Colorful Bitter Melon and Tuna Salad
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A refreshing summer salad that balances the bitterness of bitter melon with the richness of tuna and the vibrant colors of tomatoes and bell peppers, offering a delightful crunchy texture.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Thinly slice the bitter melon, onion, and bell pepper, and cut the tomato into half-moons. → Sprinkle salt over the bitter melon, rub it in, let it sit, and then squeeze out the excess moisture. → In a bowl, combine the vegetables (except the tomato), canned tuna (including the oil), and seasonings, mixing well. → Finally, add the tomato, toss gently, plate the salad, and sprinkle with black pepper.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Thinly slice the bitter melon, onion, and bell pepper, and cut the tomato into half-moons. → Sprinkle salt over the bitter melon, rub it in, let it sit, and then squeeze out the excess moisture. → In a bowl, combine the vegetables (except the tomato), canned tuna (including the oil), and seasonings, mixing well. → Finally, add the tomato, toss gently, plate the salad, and sprinkle with black pepper.
Introduction
A refreshing summer salad that balances the bitterness of bitter melon with the richness of tuna and the vibrant colors of tomatoes and bell peppers, offering a delightful crunchy texture.
Step 1
Remove the pith and seeds of the bitter melon using a spoon, and slice as thinly as possible.
Step 2
Place the sliced bitter melon in a bowl, add salt (1/3 teaspoon), rub it in, and let it stand for 5-10 minutes until moisture is released.
Step 3
Thinly slice the onion. If you are concerned about the pungency, soak in water and drain well.
Step 4
Remove the stem and seeds from the yellow bell pepper and slice it thinly as well.
Step 5
Remove the stem from the tomato, cut in half lengthwise, and slice into 5mm thick half-moons.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Cutting the bitter melon, onion, and bell pepper as thinly as possible creates a cohesive texture, helps the dressing coat the vegetables well, and softens the bitterness of the melon. 💡
Using the canned tuna with its oil intact provides richness and umami, acting as a dressing to bring the salad together. 🍳
Adding a small amount of sugar helps mellow out the acidity and bitterness. ✨
Since tomatoes break easily, be sure to add them last after thoroughly mixing the other vegetables and seasonings, and toss gently. ⚠️
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