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Ezme — Turkish Spicy Tomato Salsa

Bright, spicy, and crave-worthy Turkish tomato dip made in minutes with fresh peppers, tomatoes, and a punch of pomegranate molasses. Perfect for scooping with bread or serving on a mezze platter.

Total time
10 min
Servings
6
Calories
35
Protein
1g
Ezme — Turkish Spicy Tomato Salsa
freshcasualrusticturkishmediterraneanvegetarianvegangluten-free

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Dice tomatoes and bell pepper into small 1/4-inch chunks, removing seeds if you prefer less moisture.

  2. Step 2

    Mince the red chili pepper finely (wear gloves if using fresh; adjust heat to taste).

  3. Step 3

    Stir together tomatoes, bell pepper, chili, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, and salt to taste in a bowl.

  4. Step 4

    Fold in parsley gently. Taste and adjust heat, tartness, and salt.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle lightly with olive oil if desired. Serve with pita bread or crudités.

Tools you’ll need

  • knife and cutting board
  • medium mixing bowl
  • spoon

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