Jul 09 2026
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Kachumbari Recipe

Inspired by Swahili Village Newark
Time20m
Serves4

Fresh tomato and onion salad.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and green bell pepper into small, uniform pieces. Finely slice the red onion.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cilantro

    Rinse the fresh cilantro under cold water, pat dry with a paper towel, and chop it roughly.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.

  2. 4

    Add Seasoning

    Pour in the lemon juice, and sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the mixed vegetables. Toss gently to combine.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve Chilled

    Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

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