Bright, crisp, and bursting with fresh flavors, the Moldovan Tomato Cucumber Pepper Salad is a vibrant medley of garden-fresh vegetables dressed in a simple yet flavorful sunflower oil and white wine vinegar dressing. This easy-to-make salad combines juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and zesty red onion, all elevated by the aromatic freshness of finely chopped parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing addition to any meal. Packed with healthy ingredients and brimming with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Moldovan classic is a must-try when you crave a quick, colorful, and wholesome salad.
Rinse the tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers thoroughly under cold water.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and add them to a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumbers if desired (optional) and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the salad bowl.
Remove the stem and seeds from the bell peppers and cut them into thin strips. Add to the salad bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Add the onion slices to the bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables in the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sunflower oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together to combine and coat evenly.
Taste and adjust for seasoning, adding more salt or black pepper if needed.
Serve the salad immediately as a fresh side dish or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Calories |
482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2473 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2200 mg | 47% | |
*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.