Turkish Tomato and Onion Salad

Ingredients

• 2 tomatoes (finely chopped)
• 2 red onions (finely chopped)
• 1 puñado fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 2.5 tbsp olive oil (2-3 tablespoons)
• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses (pomegranate syrup)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sumac
• 0.5 limón lemon juice (fresh)

Steps

1. 1

   Finely chop the tomatoes, red onions, and fresh parsley.

2. 2

   Place the chopped ingredients in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Add the olive oil and pomegranate molasses to the bowl.

4. 4

   Season the mixture with salt and sumac.

5. 5

   Pour the juice of half a fresh lemon over the ingredients.

6. 6

   Mix everything very well until the ingredients are evenly combined.

7. 7

   Let the salad rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Secret tip: The resting time is crucial so the sumac and pomegranate molasses can hydrate the vegetables and create a delicious natural dressing. Some feedback suggests adding a pinch of hot paprika or a tablespoon of grape vinegar for a more intense variation.

Nutrition per serving

• salad
• turkish
• healthy
• vegetarian
• vegan
• gluten-free
• side dish
• easy