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Experience the Vibrant Flavors of Lebanese Tomato Salad

Experience the Vibrant Flavors of Lebanese Tomato Salad
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
  • to tastesalt and pepper
  • 1/4 cupparsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Remove the stem and seeds from 1 large red bell pepper, then chop it into four large pieces for easier blending.

  3. 3

    Combine the chopped bell pepper and 4 peeled cloves of garlic in a food processor, and blend until smooth to create the dressing base.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, mix 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 everything is fully combined.

  5. 5

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

  6. 6

    Add 1/4 cup chopped parsley for freshness and extra flavor.

  7. 7

    Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

  8. 8

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