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Refreshing Lebanese Tomato Salad: A Burst of Summer Flavor

Refreshing Lebanese Tomato Salad: A Burst of Summer Flavor
Prep
15 min
Total
45 min
Serves
4
Calories
120 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbcampari tomatoes
  • 1 largered bell pepper
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 tablespoonsmoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoonsumac
  • 4 tablespoonsolive oil
  • —Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cupparsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Begin by cutting 2 lb campari tomatoes into quarters. Place them in a large mixing bowl. The sweet, juicy tomatoes will be the star of your salad.

  2. 2

    Take 1 large red bell pepper, remove the stem and seeds, and chop it into four large pieces. This allows for easier blending.

  3. 3

    In a food processor, combine the chopped bell pepper and 4 cloves of garlic (peeled). Blend until smooth. This mixture will form the base of your dressing.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, combine the bell pepper-garlic paste with 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon sumac, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until fully combined.

  5. 5

    Pour the dressing over the quartered tomatoes in the mixing bowl and gently toss to coat the tomatoes evenly.

  6. 6

    Stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley for freshness and an added layer of flavor.

  7. 7

    Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

  8. 8

    After chilling, serve the salad in a bowl, garnished as desired, and prepare to enjoy the wonderful flavors you’ve created!