Ethiopian Timatim Salata (Tomato Salad)

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Ethiopian Timatim Salata (Tomato Salad), plated and ready to serve

Timatim salata is Ethiopia’s answer to kachumbari, and while the ingredient list looks similar on paper, the details set it apart: a finer dice, jalapeño instead of green chili, lemon instead of lime, and noticeably more oil in the dressing. It’s a standard part of the combination platters served alongside injera and this book’s wats.

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Ingredients for Ethiopian Timatim Salata (Tomato Salad)

Ethiopian Timatim Salata (Tomato Salad)

Ethiopia's everyday tomato salad, sharper and more herbal than Kenya's kachumbari.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 70kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 tomatoes finely diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Combine tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño in a bowl.
  • Add lemon juice and oil, tossing to coat.
  • Season with salt and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 70kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 2g
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Health Benefits

  • Tomatoes provide lycopene, an antioxidant compound linked to heart health.
  • Jalapeño contributes capsaicin, studied for its metabolic and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Lemon juice adds vitamin C with essentially no carbohydrate cost.
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