How to Make Basque Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Basque cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors and fresh, high-quality ingredients. One of the most beloved dishes in Basque cooking is the Basque Salad, a simple yet satisfying combination of fresh vegetables, tangy vinaigrette, and flavorful tuna. This salad is a perfect representation of the Basque region's culinary traditions, showcasing the region's abundant produce and the influence of the nearby coastline on its cuisine.

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Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 medium fresh tomatoes - cored, quartered, and sliced as thin as possible
  • 1 large cucumber - peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
  • 1 Spanish onion - peeled, cut in half, and thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
  • chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large bowl, toss together the green, red, and yellow peppers with the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar. Whisk in oregano, basil, and marjoram. Continue whisking until ingredients are well blended and the oil and vinegar are emulsified.
  • Pour dressing over vegetables, and toss gently with a wooden spoon. Cover, and marinate at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours, stirring frequently. Refrigerate until 1 hour before serving; then remove from the refrigerator, and let sit at room temperature. Garnish with chopped parsley.
  • Nutrition

    300 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 395mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 89mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 383mg