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🛒 Ingredients

• Desalted Salt Cod 100 g · 82 kcal
• Ripe Tomatoes 80 g · 14 kcal
• Green Bell Pepper 30 g · 6 kcal
• Red Onion 20 g · 8 kcal
• Black Olives (pitted) 20 g · 29 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 15 g · 130 kcal
• Red Wine Vinegar 3 g · 1 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 2 g · 1 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Ensure the salt cod is thoroughly desalted by soaking it in cold water for 24-48 hours, changing the water several times. Once desalted, pat dry and shred the cod into small flakes.
2. Dice the ripe tomatoes and green bell pepper; thinly slice or dice the red onion. Halve the pitted black olives.
3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cod, diced tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
4. Dress the salad generously with extra virgin olive oil and a splash of red wine vinegar. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately or chill for a short period before serving.