Moroccan Tomato Salad Recipes

MOROCCAN TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl combine all the ingredients together and keep in the fridge until ready to serve . Serve cold.
• (Can be refrigerated for 3-4 hours)

MOROCCAN TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl toss together all ingredients. Taste for seasonings.
• Serve and enjoy!

MOROCCAN SALAD

Steps:

• Slice the tomatoes into circles about 1/4 inch thick. Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, trimming as much white pith as possible from the underlying oranges. Slice the oranges into thin circles somewhere about 1/4 inch thick. Peel and slice the onion as thinly as possible.
• In a bowl, whisk together the herbs, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper, to taste, until emulsified.
• Arrange the tomatoes, oranges, and onion on a platter or on individual plates, overlapping the slices slightly. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the top and scatter the olives over everything.

MOROCCAN TOMATO SALAD (SHLADA) RECIPE

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Lightly peel the Armenian cucumber so that some dark green skin remains, and finely chop it. Unless you're using seedless cucumbers , remove the seeds before chopping.
• Blanch and peel the tomatoes, remove the seeds, and chop the tomatoes into small pieces.
• Mix the tomatoes with the cucumber, mint, onion, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
• If time allows, leave the vegetables to marinate at room temperature for up to 1 hour.

MOROCCAN TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Cut and discard the tomato cores. Cut the tomatoes into 1-inch cubes. There should be about 3 cups. (If cherry tomatoes are used, cut them in half.) Put the tomatoes in a mixing bowl.
• Add the celery, parsley, capers, cherry peppers and black olives. Blend the pepper flakes, paprika, olive oil and salt, and pour the mixture over the salad. Toss well.

CLASSIC MOROCCAN TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Halve the cherry tomatoes, mince the onion, parsley, and cilantro.
• In a small bowl combine all ingredients and mix well. Taste to see if you want to add any additional salt, pepper or cumin.
• Enjoy over omelettes, with bread, or as a side salad.

MOROCCAN TOMATO COUSCOUS RECIPE

Steps:

• Heat a splash of sunflower or vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot.
• Once the oil is hot pour one can of blended or well-chopped tomatoes into the pot.
• Add salt to taste, pepper to taste, 1/2 tbsp of 35 spices (optional Moroccan spice), 1/8 tsp of oregano, 1/8 tsp of marjoram, and 1-2 tbsp of tomato puree.
• Add 2-3 cups of water or chicken/vegetable stock to the pot. Stir the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Then bring the mixture to a boil.
• Next, add 350 g of couscous to the pot.
• Stir the couscous. Leave to cook on low to medium heat for 7-10 minutes or until soft. Turn the couscous from time to time and add more water if necessary. Option to add 1/4 of thinly sliced onions.
• Once the couscous has softened add 1/2 to 1 tbsp of butter and use a fork to stir lightly. This will add moisture to the couscous.
• Don't forget to garnish with fresh parsley!

MOROCCAN ZAALOUK RECIPE

Steps:

• Bring a big pot of water to boil, lower the heat to medium-high and add your diced aubergine. Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the aubergines have completely cooked trough. We are not looking for al dente here, they have to be very soft. Drain, and set aside.
• Cut your tomatoes in half, lengthwise. Grab a box grater and grate your tomatoes face down until the only thing your left holding is the skin. Be careful not to hurt yourself. (See notes)
• Heat up a sauce pan on medium heat and add olive oil. Once your olive oil is hot, add your onions and saute for 4-5 minutes or until your onions get translucent. Then add tomato pulp & juice, tomato paste, spices, salt and pepper and garlic. Cook your tomato sauce for 10-12 minutes with the lid on.
• Add your cooked aubergine into the sauce. You will notice that the texture is chunky and still a bit watery. Remove from the heat. Grab a potato masher or even a fork and mash your aubergines until you get a smooth consistency.
• Put your sauce pan back on the stove at medium-low heat and let it simmer uncovered for another 7-10 minutes or until most of the water evaporates.
• Remove from the heat. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and some freshly topped cilantro. Serve with a nice hunk of bread and enjoy!

MOROCCAN ZAALOUK RECIPE

Steps:

• Trim the stems from the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise. Arrange the eggplant halves skin side up on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and place under the broiler as close to the flame or heating element as possible.
• Roast the eggplants for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skins are charred and puckered with sections that crumble or crack like burnt paper when pressed. The flesh will be very soft.
• While the eggplant is roasting, peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.
• Transfer the chopped tomatoes to a skillet along with the olive oil, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and spices. The optional cayenne and whole chili peppers can be added at this time as well.
• Cook the tomato mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes break down and a rich tomato sauce forms. This usually takes 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how soft the tomatoes were and how many you used.
• When the eggplants are roasted, remove them from the oven. When cool enough to handle, use a large spoon to scoop the flesh from the skin. Discard the skin.
• Add the eggplant flesh to the tomato mixture, stirring to combine. Use the back of a spoon or a fork to mash any firm bits of eggplant. If you want to add the optional lemon juice or a very small wedge of lemon, you can do so at this time.
• Cook the zaalouk for five to ten minutes to allow the flavors to blend, or longer if you want to reduce the salad to a drier, pastier consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning then remove from the heat.
• Peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes. Place them in a large deep skillet or large pot along with the olive oil, spices, garlic, and herbs. Stir to combine.
• Trim the stems from the eggplants and peel them. Some strips of skin can be left intact if you like a colorful zaalouk.Finely chop the peeled eggplants and add them to the skillet or pot along with 1/4 to 1/3 cup of water. If your pan is quite full, don't worry about stirring the eggplant into the tomato mixture just yet.
• Cover and cook the tomato mixture and eggplants over medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chopped eggplant has begun to soften and reduce in volume.
• Stir to combine all the ingredients well. Add the optional chili peppers or cayenne, if using, and a little more water if you found that the ingredients were sticking to the bottom of the pan.
• Cover and continue cooking for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggplant and tomatoes are soft enough to mash.
• At this point, you can add the optional lemon juice or lemon wedge if using.Continue cooking the zaalouk uncovered to reduce the liquids, scraping the bottom of the pan and stirring frequently. Adjust the heat if necessary to avoid burning the zaalouk.If you want a puree-like consistency, mash the eggplants and tomatoes while the liquids reduce. If you prefer a chunky texture, stir without mashing.
• When the zaalouk has reduced to a consistency you like, taste and adjust seasoning then remove from the heat.
• Zaalouk can be served warm, cold, or at room temperature. Garnish as desired with fresh parsley or cilantro and/or a drizzle of good olive oil.
• Zaalouk will keep for several days in the fridge or two to three months in the freezer.If freezing, allow the zaalouk to thaw before reheating in a pan. Reduce any excess liquids and adjust the seasoning if needed.

TOMATO AND ONION SALAD

Steps:

• Begin by washing the tomatoes and removing the seeds inside. You only want the exterior flesh. Slice into strips and then very finely dice the strips. Cut the onion into very thin strips, as thin as you possibly can cut them. Dice the strips. Mix the onion and tomato together in a bowl. To prepare the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing on top of the tomato and onions. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve cold or at room temperature.

MOROCCAN-STYLE CHICKPEA AND TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Finely chop the onion, then put it in a small bowl filled with water and a few drops of vinegar.
• Let stand for about 30 min at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
• This makes the raw onion crispier and easier to digest.
• Pour the olive oil and lemon juice into a salad bowl.
• Add the spices, salt and pepper.
• Using a fork, whisk the vinaigrette until it is emulsified.
• Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then place them in the salad bowl.
• Dice the tomatoes discarding the seeds, then put the pieces into the bowl.
• Finely chop the mint then add it to the salad.
• Add the previously chopped onion.
• Toss well to combine.
• Adjust the seasoning.
• Let the salad stand about 10 min to allow the flavours to develop.
• Serve.

MOROCCAN TOMATO AND CAPSICUM SALAD

Steps:

• Quarter the capsicums, and remove the saeeds and membranes.
• Roast under a grill (broiler) or in a very hot oven until the skin blackens and blisters.
• Place in a paper or plastic bag for about 10 minutes.
• Peel.
• Chop the capsicum coarsely.
• Drop the tomatoes into boiling water, count to ten, then drain and refresh in cold water.
• Peel and seed, then chop coarsely.
• Combine the capsicum and tomatoes in a bowl, add the combined remaining ingredients and mix well.