Tomatoes and onions are commonly used in salad all over the world. Tomato salad with onion is a very easy to make and both the vegetables have amazing health benefits.
Onions are super healthy loaded with sources of Vitamin C, Sulphuric Compounds, flavonoids and phytochemicals.
Tomatoes are wonder fruits packed full of vitamins A, C and E. They also contain flavonoids, potassium, and other mineral salts.
NUTRITION FACTS FOR ONIONS
- 1 medium onion (5.3 oz / 148 g)
- Calories: 45 (Calories from Fat: 0)
- Total fat: 0g (0%)
- Total Carbohydrate: 11g (4%)
- Dietary Fiber 3g (12%)
- Sugars 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg (0%)
- Sodium: 5mg (0%)
- Potassium: 190mg (5%)
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin A: (0%)
- Vitamin C: (20%)
- Calcium: (4%)
- Iron: (4%)
HEALTH BENEFITS OF ONION
- Sulfur in Onion acts as Natural Blood Thinner
- Reduces the onset of hypertension
- Prevents plaque buildup in the arteries reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke
- Onion Sulphur may be an effective anti-inflammatory agent
- Provides relief of asthma symptoms
- Reduces allergic reactions
- Promotes good digestion
NUTRITION FACTS FOR TOMATO
One cup of chopped or sliced raw tomatoes contains:
- 32 calories (kcal)
- 170.14 g of water
- 1.58 g of protein
- 2.2 g of fiber
- 5.8 g of carbohydrate
- 0 g cholesterol
Tomatoes also have a wealth of vitamin and mineral content, including:
- 18 mg of calcium
- 427 mg of potassium
- 43 mg of phosphorus
- 24.7 mg of vitamin C
- 1499 international units (IU) of vitamin A
Tomatoes also contain a wide array of beneficial nutrients and antioxidants, including:
- alpha-lipoic acid
- lycopene
- choline
- folic acid
- beta-carotene
- lutein
HEALTH BENEFITS OF TOMATOES
- They protect heart
- Improve vision
- Improve bone health
- Boost digestive health
- Help with diabetes management
- Guard Skin Health
- Protect Against Cancer
Tomato Salad with Onion (Turkish Salad Recipe)
INGREDIENTS
- 4 Large Tomatoes
- 1 Large Onion
- Salt according to taste
DRESSING
For Lemon Dressing
- ¼ Cup Olive Oil
- 5 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- ½ Cup Chopped Parsley
- Salt
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
For Vinegar Dressing
- ¼ Cup Olive Oil
- ¼ Cup Vinegar
- ½ Cup Chopped Parsley
- Salt
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
PREPARATION
Step – 1
Dice Tomatoes in the size and shape of your choice
Step – 2
Peel and dice onion
Step – 3
Chop green parsley
Step – 4
Place tomatoes, onion, and parsley in a salad bowl. Toss them together to mix and arrange to your liking.
Step – 5
Whisk all the dressing ingredients together. Taste dressing to adjust seasonings according to your taste.
Step – 6
Pour the dressing over the salad and give it a toss.
Step – 7
Sprinkle some freshly crushed black pepper on it
Step – 8
Serve after 15 – 20 minutes after preparation.
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