Purslane, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber Salad
A simple way to enjoy purslane, which is a weed that you might be able to forage in your own backyard! Purslane has more omega-3s than any other plant source and a pleasant lemony flavor. Here I toss it with a simple mix of cherry tomatoes and cucumber for a cool salad with nice crunch.
- Preparation:
- Total:
- Serves: 2 persons
Ingredients
- 1pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3small Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- salt to taste
- 1bunch purslane
- 2tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Step 1
Combine cherry tomatoes and cucumbers in a salad bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt, stir well, then leave to sit while you prepare the purslane.Step 2
Rinse purslane well, then pat dry with a tea towel. Pick off any large leaves and the tender stems at the top and place in a bowl. Discard the larger sections of the stems.Step 3
Check tomato-cucumber mixture; by now, tomatoes should have released juices thanks to the salt. If not, stir well and let sit 5 minutes more.Step 4
Add purslane to the salad bowl with the tomatoes and cucumbers. Drizzle with olive oil and toss well. Serve immediately.