Ethiopian Tomato Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with bold flavors, Ethiopian Tomato Salad is a simple yet vibrant dish that evokes the essence of Ethiopian cuisine. Made with juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a hint of heat from jalapeño or green chili, this salad is elevated with the fresh, citrusy tang of lemon juice and a drizzle of silky olive oil. Tossed with aromatic cilantro, this no-cook recipe is the perfect complement to injera, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, making it an ideal summertime side dish or a refreshing addition to any meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, vegan salad is as quick to prepare as it is delightful to eat—a true celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 small jalapeño or green chili
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño or green chili.
Cut the tomatoes into small, bite-sized wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into fine half-moon strips, then add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds from the jalapeño or green chili if you prefer less heat, then finely dice it. Add to the bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and add them to the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss everything together to combine.
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish with injera, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 2041 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
