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Tomato Pomegranate Salad with Black Lime Onions

Zesty Tomato Pomegranate Salad with Black Lime Onions Delight

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A refreshing Tomato Pomegranate Salad with Black Lime Onions, bursting with vibrant flavors perfect for summer dining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Maceration Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Basil Leaves Other herbs like mint or parsley can be used.
  • 1.5 lbs Tomatoes A mix of heirloom and cherry tomatoes is recommended.
  • 1 medium Baby Red Onion Substitute with a regular red onion if necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Black Lime Substitute with sumac for a different taste.
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Any mild vinegar can be swapped.
  • 1 tbsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil Use good-quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • 1 tbsp Pomegranate Molasses Can substitute with balsamic reduction.
  • 1 tsp Flaked Sea Salt Optional for finishing.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • serving dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Thinly slice the baby red onion, then mix it with ground black lime, red wine vinegar, and salt in a bowl. Let it macerate for 20 minutes.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, pomegranate molasses, red wine vinegar, ground black lime, and salt in a small bowl for the dressing.
  3. Wash and dry the tomatoes. Cut larger heirloom tomatoes into thick discs and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  4. Gently fold halved cherry tomatoes, torn basil leaves, and half of the pomegranate seeds with larger tomato slices. Add dressing and toss.
  5. Arrange thick slices of larger tomatoes on a serving dish, spoon small tomato mixture in the center, top with marinated onions and remaining pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, seasonal ingredients for the best flavor. Macerate onions well for balanced flavors. Customize by adding nuts or cheese if desired.

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