KACHUMBARI

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This is a versatile, traditional African tomato-onion salad accented with spicy peppers. It's so very simple to make and also good as salsa, on crostini as an appetizer, or if there are leftovers, turn it into gazpacho by giving it a quick whirl in a blender or food processor.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium red onion, diced
2 teaspoons sea salt
4 medium tomatoes, diced
½ medium cucumber, peeled and diced
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
1 lime, juiced, or to taste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the onion in a medium bowl, cover with water, and stir in sea salt. Soak for 30 minutes; drain well for 10 minutes.
  • Stir the drained onion, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeno, and avocado together in a large bowl. Squeeze lime juice over the salad to taste and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 931.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Saida Lakhel
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Byakatonda Media
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add any vegetables that you like.


Mohan Khatiwada
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it a few hours ahead of time and it will still be delicious.


Md Mahim
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lime juice and cilantro really balance out the flavor of the tomatoes.


Sadia abrar Sadia abrar
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This salad is a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate.


shopon mia
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Naciimo Bile
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nilam Lalani
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


team Pikachu
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This salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Jodie Baylis
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Samad Siddiqui
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This salad is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use any vegetables that I have on hand.


Nika Kornblum
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Jessica Yanez
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh vegetables from the garden.


manoo manoo
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I love how refreshing this salad is. It's perfect for a hot summer day.


Benjamin Lane
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Murad sarker Kawsar
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I'm not usually a fan of cucumber salad, but this one is delicious! The lime juice and cilantro really make it.


MYLEN Malana
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This salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavors. I will definitely be making it again.


Steven Marshall
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Kachumbari is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. I love the combination of fresh tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and cilantro. I also added a bit of lime juice to brighten up the flavors. My family loved th


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