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Tunisian Grilled Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Tunisia, Grilled Salad, or Salade Mechouia, reflects the country's rich Mediterranean flavors and the tradition of grilling fresh vegetables. It's often served as a vibrant side dish during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing the abundance of local produce. Today, variations of this salad can be found in many North African and Mediterranean cuisines, showcasing the universal appeal of grilled vegetables.

TunisianTNside
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 red bell peppers
2 green bell peppers
2 hot long peppers
1 lb tomatoes
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 can tuna
2 broiled eggs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

red bell peppers

🥗Healthier: yellow bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned roasted peppers

Canned peppers save time and add sweetness.

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Mushrooms are more affordable and provide a similar texture.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Chili powder offers spice without the extra cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is budget-friendly and neutral in flavor.

1

Place bell peppers, hot long peppers, and tomatoes on a baking sheet.

2

Put the baking sheet in the broiler for a couple of minutes on each side until well charred.

3

Remove the charred vegetables and place them in a sealed ziplock or plastic bag to steam and cool.

4

Once cooled, peel off the skin, seeds, and stems from the peppers and tomatoes.

5

Put the peeled vegetables into a food processor and blend slightly, ensuring it’s not watery.

6

Add about half a teaspoon of coriander, salt, and a generous amount of olive oil to the mixture.

7

Mix well and transfer to a serving plate.

8

Decorate the salad with broiled eggs and tuna, adding more olive oil if desired.

Cooking Techniques

grillingchopping

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatariangluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Salade MechouiaGrilled Vegetable Salad

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