Salade Togolaise (togolese Vegetable Salad)

Salade Togolaise, also known as Togolese Vegetable Salad, is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is popular in Togolese cuisine. This salad is packed with a variety of fresh vegetables and is perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Salade Togolaise (togolese Vegetable Salad)

Ingredients

  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped bell pepper.
  2. Add the chopped parsley and mint leaves to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small bowl Whisk

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salade Togolaise as a refreshing side dish with grilled meat or fish.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$8