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Salted Egg Salad

An easy-to-make salad that complements grilled or fried foods, adding a unique savory flavor.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian, Filipino
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 52kcal
Author Nora Rey
Cost $4-$6

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup chopped tomatoes (see note)
  • ¾ cup chopped cucumber (see note)
  • ¼ cup diced or thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar sub: white or cane vinegar (see note)
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce (see note)
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 salted eggs chopped (see note)

Instructions

  • Combine tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl.
  • Add red wine vinegar, soy sauce, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss them together.
  • Add the chopped salted eggs and gently mix them with the vegetables.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Salted Eggs (Itlog na Maalat): Available in many Asian supermarkets and online retailers, their shells are either off-white or dyed red.
  • Vegetables: Feel free to use any kind of tomatoes or cucumber that you prefer. You can also use firm mangoes, radishes, avocados, or okra.
  • Dressing: I used a splash of red wine vinegar and soy sauce. You can also use another type of vinegar, lemon juice, or a light dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg