Trampó salad is one of the most popular salads in Mallorca and the Balearic Islands. It is simple but delicious, and is a perfect accompaniment to any main dish or even as a light meal on its own.
Ingredients of the Majorcan trampó
- 2 large, ripe tomatoes
- 1 green pepper
- 1 onion
- Treurer extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Vinegar (optional)
Processing instructions
- Wash all vegetables under cold water.
- Peel the tomatoes and cut them into very small pieces.
- Clean the peppers, removing the seeds and the inner white parts. Cut them into strips or very small pieces.
- Peel the onion and cut it into thin strips or very small pieces.
- Mix the tomatoes, peppers and onion in a large bowl.
- Add salt to taste.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. If you prefer, you can add a little vinegar to give it an acid touch.
- Stir well so that all the ingredients are mixed and absorb the flavors of the oil and salt.
- Refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend further.
Plating the trampó
- Serve a generous portion of the salad in a deep plate or serving dish.
- Serve a generous portion of the salad in a deep plate or serving dish.
- You can garnish with a few basil or mint leaves to give it a fresh and colorful touch.
- Served in a bowl or serving dish.
- Accompany with crusty bread or as a garnish to fish or meat dishes.
Trampó is the quintessential Mallorcan cuisine: simple, fresh and delicious. It is especially popular in the summer months when the ingredients are at their peak of freshness. Enjoy it!
