Making bulgur-chickpea salad with pistachio pesto is an exciting culinary journey that blends flavors, textures, and nutrients into a delectable dish. This vegetarian dish combines various wholesome ingredients to create a symphony of tastes. The bulgur, a hearty whole grain, provides a nutty flavor and a satisfying bite. Chickpeas, rich in protein and fiber, add a creamy texture and a boost of nourishment. Pistachio pesto, a vibrant green sauce made with pistachios, basil, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese, infuses the salad with a vibrant flavor and a touch of sophistication. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and a drizzle of zesty lemon dressing, this bulgur-chickpea salad with pistachio pesto becomes an irresistible dish that will delight your palate and nourish your body.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PESTO TUNA CHICKPEA SALAD
This is a nice twist on a salad you can have any time of the year, as a side dish (or bring it along for a protein-packed lunch).
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red peppers, olives, celery, tuna, pesto, salt, and black pepper. Garnish with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.4, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 32.3, Sodium 1557, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 8, Sugar 0.2, Protein 27.8
CHICKPEAS, BULGUR, AND HERB SALAD
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bulgur, dill seeds, bay leaf, and cumin seeds until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add broth and soy sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chickpeas until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Combine bulgur mixture, chickpeas, yogurt, parsley, cilantro, and chives in a bowl. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 535.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
CARROT-PISTACHIO PESTO WITH BULGUR AND CHICKPEAS
This raw carrot and pistachio blend was an instant hit in the Whole Living test kitchen. You could also thin it with lemon juice and olive oil and use as a salad dressing.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place bulgur in a heatproof bowl and add boiling water. Season with a pinch of salt and cover with a plate until water is absorbed and bulgur is tender, about 30 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Stir in chickpeas, scallion, dried fruit, and mint.
- Meanwhile, pulse carrots, garlic, and pistachios in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Drizzle in oil and process until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir pesto into bulgur mixture. Squeeze with lemon and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 377 g
CAULIFLOWER, CHICKPEA AND PESTO SALAD
This is a salad using raw cauliflower. Please feel free to use different ingredients for mixing in with the cauliflower, such as red/green peppers, edamame, tofu, different types of beans, corn, and red onion. For more healthy, gluten-free, low-GI, pesco-vegetarian recipes, please visit my blog, www.innerharmonynutrition.com.
Provided by InnerHarmonyNutriti
Categories Cauliflower
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut cauliflower into florets. Add them to the food processor and process until finely ground.
- Dice one tomato and slice another tomato for garnishing.
- In a large bowl, place the processed cauliflower, diced tomato, green onion, and garbanzo beans and mix.
- Add 1/2 cup pesto and mix. Taste and add more pesto if needed. Season with black pepper.
- Arrange the salad on a plate with tomato slices. Infuse love and serve!
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
BULGUR AND CHICKPEA SALAD
Steps:
- Soak the bulgur in plenty of cold water for 20 minutes, until tender, then drain and squeeze out the excess water. In a bowl, mix the garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Soak the drained chickpeas in this for 10 minutes, then stir in the bulgur.
- Mix in the chopped herbs when you are ready to serve.
PISTACHIO AND PECAN SALAD
My grandma used to make this salad at holiday time when I was little. It's an old recipe but still just as good.
Provided by SusieQ
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix milk and pudding mix in a bowl; stir cream cheese into pudding mixture. Fold whipped topping into pudding mixture. Mix marshmallows, pecans, and pineapple into pudding mixture. Refrigerate until flavors combine, at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 144.5 mg, Sugar 14.3 g
PESTO CHICKPEA SNACK SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chickpeas, cherry tomato, feta cheese, pesto
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Sides
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Mix thoroughly. Serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 4 grams
BULGUR/CHICKPEA SALAD WITH PISTACHIO PESTO
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To cook the bulgur, bring the water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Add bulgur and salt. Cover, lower the flame and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool. Prepare the pesto while bulgur is cooking. Place the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. This pesto is made thicker than your usual pesto. When storing the extra, put the pesto in a glass jar and pour some olive oil on top to cover. Yummy with pasta (my personal favorite is adding to orzo salad) and on toast, too. Sprinkle ume vinegar on cooked bulgur. Add pistachio pesto and mix well. Fold in the cooked chickpeas, carrots and red radishes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary. This salad is also great with quinoa used in place of bulgur. I love it with arugula!
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and cucumbers.
- If you don't have any pistachio pesto, you can use another type of pesto, such as basil pesto or arugula pesto.
- To make the salad more substantial, you can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- For a vegan version of the salad, omit the feta cheese.
- This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This bulgur and chickpea salad with pistachio pesto is a delicious and healthy option for a summer meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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