Italian Tomato and Cucumber Salad
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Overview
This Italian Tomato and Cucumber Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. With vibrant tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, it’s not just visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. The addition of red onion and cilantro adds a nice depth of flavor, while the olive oil and lemon juice dressing ties everything together beautifully.
Preparing this salad is a breeze. Simply chop the vegetables, mix them in a bowl, and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. It’s a perfect side dish for barbecues or a light lunch on a warm day. The flavors meld together wonderfully, making it a dish that can be enjoyed immediately or allowed to sit for a bit to enhance the taste.
What I love most about this salad is its versatility. You can easily customize it by adding other ingredients like avocado or bell peppers, making it your own. It’s a fantastic way to use up fresh produce from the garden or farmers’ market. Plus, it’s low in calories and high in flavor, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Chop 5 tomatoes.
Chop 1/2 red onion.
Chop 1 large cucumber or 3 small ones.
Chop 1 large avocado or 2 small ones.
Chop cilantro.
Add 3 tbsp of olive oil.
Add juice of 1 lemon.
Tip: Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
Add salt.
Add black pepper.
Fill a pan with 4 potatoes and water.
Cook potatoes until fully cooked.
Peel the skin from the potatoes.
Mash the potatoes.
Tip: Mash potatoes while they're still warm for a smoother texture.
Add 80 grams of breadcrumbs.
Add 100 grams of Parmesan cheese.
Add 2 eggs to the mixture.
Add salt.
Add black pepper.
Mix everything well.
Tip: Mix ingredients thoroughly to ensure even flavor distribution.
Put enough oil in a frying pan and heat it well over medium heat.
Place the potato pies on the frying pan.
Fry on both sides until the crust is golden brown.
Tip: Fry until the crust is golden brown for the best texture.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, particularly lycopene, which is beneficial for heart health.
- •Cucumbers have a high water content, making them a refreshing addition to salads.
- •Olive oil is a key ingredient in Mediterranean diets and is known for its health benefits.
- •Lemon juice not only adds flavor but also helps preserve the freshness of the salad.
