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Pipirrana

A traditional Andalusian summer salad featuring diced fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and tuna tossed in a garlic yolk emulsion.

25 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

SpanishSaladStovetopPescatarianMediterraneanLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 Italian green pepper, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
  • 1 can canned tuna in olive oil, drained
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mortar, mash 1 minced garlic clove, cooked yolks from 2 peeled hard-boiled eggs, and 1/2 tsp salt into a smooth paste.

  2. 2

    Slowly whisk in 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 1 tbsp sherry vinegar to form a thick dressing.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine 1 lb diced ripe tomatoes, 1 diced Italian green pepper, 1 diced cucumber, chopped whites from boiled eggs, and 1 can drained canned tuna in olive oil.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and chill for 30 minutes.

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Questions

What is Pipirrana?

A traditional Andalusian summer salad featuring diced fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and tuna tossed in a garlic yolk emulsion. This reference files it under Spanish salad: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Pipirrana?

As written, 25 minutes: 15 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 30 minutes. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Pipirrana keto-friendly?

A serving of Pipirrana carries 7 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 35 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 7 percent.

Does Pipirrana contain fish?

Yes: 1 can canned tuna in olive oil, drained. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Pipirrana keep?

Water seeps out of the tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Pipirrana just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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