Tomato Salad Saladi Ya Nyanya
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, Tomato Salad Saladi Ya Nyanya is a vibrant East African-inspired dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is delightful to eat. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and sharp red onion, this quick-to-assemble salad is elevated with the zesty punch of lemon juice, the earthy richness of olive oil, and the fragrant pop of fresh cilantro. A subtle dash of optional red chili adds a gentle heat, making it a truly versatile side dish or light appetizer. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this refreshing salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rice dishes, or simply enjoyed on its own. Perfect for warm weather or any time you crave a healthy, colorful accompaniment, this salad is a vibrant celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon optional red chili
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro thoroughly.
Slice the tomatoes into thin wedges and transfer them to a salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and cut it into thin slices or small cubes. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro and scatter it over the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili for a hint of spice.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve fresh as a side dish with your favorite main course or as an appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1715 mg | 36% | |
*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.
