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Tunisian Vegetable Salsa

This vibrant Tunisian vegetable salsa is a smoky, plant-based dish that captures the bold flavours of North African cuisine. By grilling the fresh produce until lightly charred, you develop a deep, savoury complexity that balances perfectly with the brightness of fresh lemon juice. This vegan recipe is an excellent way to use seasonal vegetables, offering a texture that sits somewhere between a rustic dip and a coarse purée.

As a healthy, oil-rich condiment, it makes a versatile addition to any Mediterranean-style spread. Serve it alongside warm flatbreads for a light lunch, or use it as a flavorful garnish for roasted grains and grilled proteins. It is simple to prepare yet provides a sophisticated depth of flavour that is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

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Ingredients for Tunisian Vegetable Salsa

  • 4 large unpeeled garlic cloves

  • 4 plum tomatoes (about 350g total)

  • 2 small whole unpeeled onions (230g total)

  • 2 large red peppers

  • 1 large poblano chilli

  • 1 Japanese aubergine (about 140g )

  • 60ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • Fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper

  • Ingredient info: Dark-green poblano chillies are available at better supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

How to make Tunisian Vegetable Salsa

Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. thread garlic cloves onto a metal skewer. Put garlic skewer, tomatoes, onions, peppers, chilli, and aubergine on grill rack. Grill, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred all over, 6-7 minutes for garlic and tomatoes; 10 minutes for aubergine; 15 minutes for peppers and chilli; 20 minutes for onions. Place peppers and chilli in a large bowl; cover with plastic wrap and let stand 15 minutes. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop peppers and chilli. coarsely chop tomatoes and aubergine. Peel and coarsely chop onions. Pulse all vegetables in a food processor, along with oil, until puréed to desired consistency. transfer to a large bowl. season to taste with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Ursprünglich veröffentlicht

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