Description
Saftige Tomaten, knackige Gurken und scharfe Peperoni vereinen sich mit Zwiebelringen, frischer Petersilie und aromatischem Öl zu einem würzigen, farbenfrohen Salat mit intensivem Geschmack und erfrischender Textur.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g Gurken
- 1 kleine Peperoni
- 150 g Zwiebeln
- 1 TL Salz
- 450 g Tomaten
- Petersilie
- Pfeffer
- 30 ml Öl
- 30 ml Zitronensaft, frisch gepresst
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the onions: Peel the onions and cut them in half. Slice the halves into thin rings. Place the onion rings in a bowl, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and a generous amount of pepper. Let the onions rest for a few minutes to soften and draw out some of their sharpness. After resting, briefly rinse the onions under cold water to remove excess salt and bitterness. Squeeze the onions well to remove any remaining liquid, then set them aside.
- Prepare the tomatoes: Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and cut them in half. Use a spoon to carefully remove the seeds, then dice the tomatoes into small, even cubes. Set the diced tomatoes aside.
- Prepare the cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers and cut them in half lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scrape out the seeds from each half. Dice the cucumbers into small cubes, similar in size to the tomatoes.
- Prepare the peperoni: Wash the peperoni and slice it open lengthwise. Carefully remove the seeds to reduce the heat, then finely dice the flesh into small pieces.
- Prepare the parsley: Rinse a handful of fresh parsley under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat it dry with a clean towel or paper towel. Finely chop the parsley leaves.
- Combine the prepared vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, finely diced peperoni, chopped parsley, and the prepared onions. Gently toss the ingredients together to evenly distribute them.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine 30 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 30 ml of oil (such as olive oil or sunflower oil), a pinch of salt, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Whisk or shake the dressing until well blended.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the salad in the mixing bowl. Use salad tongs or two large spoons to gently toss all the ingredients until everything is well coated with the dressing.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve: Transfer the Turkish tomato salad to a serving bowl or platter. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish, or chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes for a slightly cooler salad.
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of sumac or a drizzle of pomegranate molasses to the salad. Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes and crisp cucumbers for the best results. If you prefer a milder salad, choose a sweet pepper instead of a spicy peperoni. This salad is perfect as a side to grilled meats, kebabs, or as part of a mezze spread.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Salatrezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 Portionen
- Calories: 150-250
- Sugar: 3-8g
- Sodium: 300-600mg
- Fat: 8-15g
- Saturated Fat: 1-3g
- Carbohydrates: 15-25g
- Fiber: 4-8g
- Protein: 5-10g
- Cholesterol: 0-20mg
