Kenyan Tomato Salad Quick Simple Side
Bright, fresh, and bursting with bold flavors, this Kenyan Tomato Salad is the ultimate quick and simple side dish for any occasion. Made with juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp red onions, fragrant cilantro, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 10 minutes. A hint of optional green chili adds a gentle kick of heat, making it a customizable yet vibrant accompaniment to grilled meats, rice dishes, or even as a light, refreshing snack. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this salad celebrates the beauty of fresh, wholesome ingredients and authentic Kenyan flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (fresh coriander)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small green chili (optional)
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes and slice them into thin wedges or bite-sized pieces. Place them in a mixing bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.
If using green chili, finely chop it and mix it into the bowl. Adjust the quantity depending on your spice preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a simple dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1436 mg | 31% | |
*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.
