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“Ezme is a bold and spicy Turkish appetizer made with finely chopped vegetables and herbs. It’s tangy, slightly sweet, and full of flavor — the perfect mezze to serve with warm bread or grilled meats!”

Why It’s Good for You:

• Full of fresh raw veggies
• A kick of natural anti-inflammatory spice
• No cooking needed! Quick and light!

Ingredients:

• 2 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 green pepper, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt to taste
• ½ bunch parsley, finely chopped
• Optional: 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses (but we skip this if you like it simple)

Instructions:

1. Prep Everything Finely:
   • The finer the chop, the better the ezme! (Or pulse gently in a food processor.)
2. Mix the Base:
   • In a bowl, combine chopped tomato, onion, pepper, garlic, and parsley.
3. Flavor It Up:
   • Stir in tomato paste, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, chili flakes, and salt.
4. Let It Rest:
   • Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for flavors to blend beautifully.
5. Serve:
   • Best with grilled bread, kebabs, or as a mezze spread!

Tips for a Perfect Ezme:

✅ Don’t over-process: You want texture, not puree.
✅ Fresh lemon, not bottled! Big difference in taste.
✅ Chill before serving — flavor explosion!