Tomato, Lemon, Green Olive & Onion Salad
Overview:
Another simple, light salad that works equally as an appetizer or a side dish. Welcome the flavors of summer with this delightful Greek-inspired dish.
- Recipe Category: Greek
- Keywords: European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Potluck, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator, Easy
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5.0 from 5 reviews)
- Servings: 4
- Calories per serving: 108.8
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 1 lemon
- Sugar
- Salt
- Cayenne pepper
- 12 green olives
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Layer the sliced tomatoes with the onions, sprinkling with sugar, salt, and cayenne pepper as you do. |
| 2 | Grate the lemon zest (or use a lemon zester) and scatter over the tomatoes and onions, then squeeze the juice over the top. |
| 3 | Garnish with the olives and drizzle with the olive oil. |
| 4 | Chill until ready to serve. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 108.8
- Fat: 8.3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 133.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Protein: 1.6g
Recipe Notes:
- This salad is best served chilled, making it perfect for hot summer days or as a refreshing side dish at any time of the year.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your taste preference for a mild or spicy kick.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some fresh herbs like parsley or basil on top before serving.
- Make sure to use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best taste and texture.
- If you don’t have green olives, you can substitute with black olives or even capers for a slightly different flavor profile.
