Bulgur and chickpea salad with roasted artichokes is a refreshing and healthy dish, perfect for lunch or dinner. Made with simple ingredients, it's packed with flavor and texture. The bulgur provides a nutty base while the chickpeas add protein and a creamy texture. Roasted artichokes add a slightly smoky flavor and a pop of color, while fresh herbs and lemon juice bring brightness and acidity. With its Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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BULGUR AND CHICKPEA SALAD WITH ROASTED ARTICHOKES
Quartering and roasting the artichokes instead of steaming them whole intensifies flavor and cuts down on preparation time for this salad. My initial idea here was to stuff the artichokes with the salad and steam them. But that took a lot of time, and diminished the flavor of the salad. So I trimmed and cut the artichokes into wedges, tossed them with olive oil and roasted them. The roasted artichokes tasted so wonderful that I'll be inclined to cook them this way from now onhereon in. They are perfect served atop or on the side of this lemony grain, chickpea and herb salad. The bulgur will keep for 4 or 5 days in the refrigerator, and can be frozen. The artichokes can be roasted several hours or even a day ahead but are best when freshly roasted.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 50m
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Trim artichokes and cut medium artichokes into quarters, cut large ones into 6ths or 8ths, rubbing cut surfaces with lemon and placing the pieces in a bowl of water acidulated with lemon juice as you work.
- Drain artichokes and dry as thoroughly as you can with paper towels. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and toss artichoke wedges with the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Take care to coat all cut surfaces with olive oil.
- Place in oven and roast for 30 to 40 minutes, turning artichokes every 10 minutes, until the hearts are tender and edges of the leaves are browned, even charred.
- Meanwhile, make bulgur salad. Place bulgur in a bowl with salt to taste (I use 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt) and pour on 2 cups hot or boiling water. Allow to sit for 20 to 25 minutes, until most of water is absorbed. Drain and press against strainer to remove excess water.
- While bulgur is soaking, make dressing. Mix together lemon juice, garlic, mustard, and salt to taste. Whisk in olive oil. Toss with bulgur in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients, toss together, taste and adjust seasonings.
- Spoon bulgur salad onto a platter or onto plates. Garnish with artichoke wedges, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 523, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1147 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BULGUR-AND-CHICKPEA SALAD
This quick-cooking, whole-grain side is good with broiled salmon, roast chicken and Balsamic Steak with Garlic Zucchini.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine bulgur with boiling water. Cover and let stand 20 minutes; drain and return to bowl. Rinse and drain chickpeas, then add to bowl with lemon zest and juice, olive oil, dill, and feta; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g
CHICKPEA, ARTICHOKE, AND FETA SALAD
A fresh-tasting salad from ingredients that last a long time in the pantry and refrigerator, with a pleasing balance of earthy, sharp, salty, and green. Flat or Italian parsley has a much better flavor than curly, but either will do, and I've used a tablespoon of dried in a pinch.
Provided by KELLYJEANNE
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine chickpeas, artichokes, celery, feta cheese, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mint, oregano, and thyme together in a bowl; toss to coat completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 506.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
MARINATED CHICKPEA AND ARTICHOKE SALAD WITH FETA
This has a nice Middle Eastern flavor and is very simple to make and just requires a few hours to marinate to blend the flavors. Goes great as a side dish or stuffed into halves of warmed pita bread.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Beans
Time 4h15m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place chickpeas, artichoke hearts, red peppers, olives, feta, scallions, and parsley into a salad bowl and toss lightly.
- In another small bowl, mix together vinegar, mint, z'atar (if using), sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly add olive oil, whisking to blend.
- Add dressing to salad and stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight (best), to blend flavors.
- Serve chilled.
MOROCCAN-SPICED BULGUR AND CHICKPEA SALAD
From Cooking Light. "Fresh mint gives this dish a pleasant aroma. Dried cranberries offer a hint of sweetness. Use any other dried fruit you like in their place: Try golden raisins, currants, dried cherries, or chopped dried apricots."
Provided by dicentra
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk; set aside.
- Combine boiling water and bulgur in a large bowl. Cover and let stand 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Add bulgur, carrots, and remaining ingredients to juice mixture, and toss well to coat. Cover and chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.3, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 857, Carbohydrate 86.8, Fiber 20, Sugar 2.2, Protein 16.7
MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED CHICKPEA SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, and garlic for the dressing in a small bowl until blended.
- Mix together chickpeas, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and capers in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve with dolmas, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 3462.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs.
- Don't overcook the bulgur: Bulgur should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked bulgur will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Roast the artichokes until they are tender and slightly caramelized: This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor.
- Use a good quality dressing: A well-made dressing will tie all the flavors of the salad together. Look for a dressing that is flavorful but not too heavy.
- Serve the salad immediately: Bulgur salad is best when served fresh. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld together and the salad will become less refreshing.
Conclusion:
Bulgur and chickpea salad with roasted artichokes is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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