Salad with tomatoes and walnuts

4 servings

35 minutes

Tomato and walnut salad is a vibrant embodiment of Greek cuisine, combining simplicity and rich flavor. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean traditions where fresh vegetables and nuts create a harmony of textures and aromas. The juicy tang of tomatoes meets the delicate creamy nut paste, while shallots add a touch of piquancy. Oil softens the flavor contrasts, making the salad rich and balanced. This salad requires no complex preparation, but its layering turns serving into culinary art. It can be served as an appetizer or a light dish that perfectly complements traditional Greek treats. Such a salad will appeal to connoisseurs of simple yet refined flavor combinations where the freshness of nature unfolds in every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 425.4
• Proteins: 6.9g
• Fats: 39g
• Carbohydrates: 14.3g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 500 g
• Walnuts: 130 g
• Garlic: 5 clove
• Shallots: 3 pc
• Vegetable oil: 70 ml
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. We clean the garlic, chop it finely, mix it with walnuts and salt, and turn it into a paste (it can be done in a blender, but it's better to grind it in a mortar).

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 5 clove
   • Walnuts: 130 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. We cut the tomatoes into thin slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 500 g

3. Layer in a salad bowl: tomatoes (slightly salt and pepper) - garlic-nut paste - tomatoes - paste, etc. The last layer is tomatoes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 500 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Walnuts: 130 g

4. Cover the top with thin rings of onion, pour vegetable oil on top, and cover with a lid/plastic wrap. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shallots: 3 pieces
   • Vegetable oil: 70 ml

5. I cut the salad with a knife (like a cake) when serving.