Turkish Pepper And Tomato Salad

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the vegetables. Wash the bell peppers and tomatoes thoroughly under running water. Remove the stems from the bell peppers and slice them in half. Remove the seeds and the membranes, then slice the peppers into thin strips.

2. Slice the tomatoes in half and remove the core. Cut the tomatoes into wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl.

3. Peel the red onion and slice it into thin half-moons. Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the tomatoes.

4. Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves and add them to the bowl with the vegetables.

5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, ground sumac, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.

6. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl.

7. Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Make sure the flavors are evenly distributed.

8. Allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This will enhance the taste and aroma of the dish.

9. Before serving, taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or vinegar according to your preference.

10. Serve the Turkish Pepper and Tomato Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats, kebabs, or as a light lunch option with some crusty bread.