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Zesty Andalusian Pipirrana Salad with Fresh Tomato and Cucumber

Name: Zesty Andalusian Pipirrana Salad with Fresh Tomato and Cucumber
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 small green bell pepper, diced; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Fresh parsley, finely chopped; Black olives, pitted and sliced

Pipirrana is a refreshing traditional salad from the Andalusian region of Spain, brimming with crisp vegetables and bold flavors.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 13, 2025

Zesty Andalusian Pipirrana Salad with Fresh Tomato and Cucumber — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

8 min

Cook

25 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Salad Base

For the Dressing

For the Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 132 kcal
Protein: 1.53 g
Carbs: 7.88 g
Fat: 11.35 g
Fiber: 2.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 529 kcal
Protein: 6.1 g
Carbs: 31.5 g
Fat: 45.4 g
Fiber: 9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 large ripe tomatoes chopped	44	2	10	0.5	3
1 cucumber diced	16	1	4	0.2	1
1 small green bell pepper diced	24	1	6	0.2	2
1 small red onion finely chopped	28	1	7	0.1	1
1 clove garlic minced	5	0.2	1	0	0.1
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil	360	0	0	40	0
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar	3	0	0	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 teaspoon smoked paprika	6	0.3	1	0.3	0.7
Fresh parsley finely chopped	3	0.3	0.5	0.1	0.2
Black olives pitted and sliced	40	0.3	2	4	1

These are estimates only and not meant for dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Chop tomatoes and cucumber
Chop the tomatoes and cucumber into small, even pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Tip: Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor infusion.
2
Dice peppers and onions
Dice the bell pepper and onion, then add them to the bowl along with the minced garlic.
3
Combine vegetables
Mix gently to combine the vegetables evenly.

Making the Dressing

1
Whisk dressing ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until emulsified.
2
Adjust seasoning
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed.

How to Make Zesty Andalusian Pipirrana Salad with Fresh Tomato and Cucumber

Total time: 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Dressing Application
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure an even coating.
2
Garnish Addition
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and black olives over the top for added flavor and visual appeal.