Description
This vibrant Turkish Ezme is a fresh, spicy tomato and pepper salad packed with bold Mediterranean flavor. Serve it as a dip, side, or sauce with grilled meats or pita. Vegan, easy, and delicious!
Ingredients
3 large tomatoes, firm and fresh
1 medium white onion
1 green bell pepper (see notes)
1 red bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper
1 teaspoon sumac
Instructions
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Finely chop the tomatoes and place them in a large bowl.
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Chop the onion and both bell peppers very finely and add to the tomatoes.
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Stir in minced garlic and chopped parsley.
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Add tomato paste, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, Aleppo pepper, and sumac.
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Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Serve chilled as a salad, dip, or condiment.
Notes
- Green pepper: In Turkey, mild green chili peppers are often used. If unavailable, use green bell pepper or a mix of bell and chili.
- Texture: Chop by hand for the best texture or use a food processor for a smoother consistency.
- Serving suggestion: Serve with grilled meat, kebabs, warm pita, or as part of a mezze platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad, Mezze
- Method: raw
- Cuisine: Turkish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
