A simple and deliciously spicy tomato salad. The chili pepper really brings out the sweetness of the tomatoes and makes it really something worth getting excited about.
Course
Side Dish
Category
Mediterranean
Prep Time20minutes
Total Time20minutes
Servings4
AutorElle
Ingredients
12-15vine-ripened baby roma tomatoes,diced
1/4cupchopped flat-leaf parsley(20 g)
1/4cupchopped cilantro
1small jalapeño or Spanish red chili pepper,seeded and finely chopped
1small white onion
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
1tablespoongood quality white wine vinegar
pinchof ground cumin
sea salt and freshly ground pepper,to taste
Method
Place the chopped tomatoes in a colander; sprinkle with salt and toss gently. Allow juices to drain for 15-20 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the parsley, cilantro, chili pepper, onion, oil, vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper. Add the tomatoes and mix together to combine flavors. Let stand for 15 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld together. Toss again before serving.