Salata (sudanese Tomato And Onion Salad)
Salata is a traditional Sudanese tomato and onion salad that is simple, refreshing, and bursting with flavor. It is a staple in Sudanese cuisine and is often served as a side dish or as a topping for various main dishes.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, sliced onions, chopped green chili, cilantro, and mint.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.
- Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the salata as a refreshing side dish or topping for your favorite Sudanese main dishes.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fiber
- 3g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl
Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the salata alongside grilled meats, rice dishes, or as a topping for flatbreads.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add more green chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the salad.
Cost
$5