Ombaza (Fresh Vegetable Salad)

Name: Ombaza (Fresh Vegetable Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Sudan
Ingredients: 2 tomatoes, diced; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 small onion, finely sliced; 1 chili, minced; Juice of 1 lime; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Salt to taste

4 servings15 min prep0 min cookEasy South Sudan

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Ombaza (Fresh Vegetable Salad)

Ombaza, a fresh vegetable salad, is a simple South Sudanese household side dish with no single documented origin. It reflects the agrarian traditions of Nilotic communities, where raw, seasonal vegetables provide a light counterpoint to heavier grain and meat dishes.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

2 tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, finely sliced
1 chili, minced
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste

Instructions

1Combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
2Add the minced chili to the vegetables.
3Whisk together lime juice, oil, and salt in a small bowl to make a dressing.
4Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
5Toss well to coat everything evenly.
6Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside grilled meats or stews.

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