Best 7 Citrus Bulgur Salad With Sunflower Seeds Recipes

CITRUS SALAD WITH TOASTED SEEDS AND PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Gently toast the sunflower and sesame seeds with the pine nuts in small pan over medium heat.
• Combine the shallot, preserves or honey, Dijon, juice and vinegar. Whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil to emulsify and season with salt and pepper.
• Combine the lettuce with the tarragon, orange and grapefruit sections, dress with the seeds and dressing just before serving.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine grapefruit juice, orange juice, olive oil, and salt. Shake vigorously.
• In a salad bowl, combine arugula, pear, and red pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

SESAME, SUNFLOWER AND CARROT SALAD

Steps:

• Shred carrots with a hand grater or in a food processor fitted with grating attachment. Place carrots in a large bowl with next 4 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour dressing over the carrot mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

CITRUS BULGUR SALAD WITH SUNFLOWER SEEDS

Steps:

• Place the bulgur wheat in a casserole with lid, add the boiling water, stir with a fork, and leave to soak for 20 minutes until the water has been absorbed (drain the bulgur in a strainer if any water is left).
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice,lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt and pepper, and pour the mixture over the bulgur wheat.
• Add the prepared vegetables, raisins, roasted sunflower seeds, and dried mint, and mix well.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH CANDIED SUNFLOWER SEEDS AND STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• To a blender, add the strawberry jam, sherry vinegar, lemon zest and juice, garlic, mustard, sriracha and salt. Blend well. With the motor running, slowly add the oil in a steady stream until the vinaigrette is emulsified and thick.
• Melt the butter with the agave in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sunflower seeds, stirring to coat. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with the sea salt. Roast for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven, and let cool completely.
• Arrange the arugula on a large serving platter. Scatter with the candied sunflower seeds, and drizzle with 1/2 cup of the dressing. Serve immediately.

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.

MEXICAN BULGUR SALAD WITH CITRUS-JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine bulgur and boiling water in a large bowl, stir well. Cover and let stand 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
• Add zucchini to black beans; stir gently.
• Combine orange juice and remaining ingredients, stir well with a whisk.
• Pour dressing over bulgur mixture and toss gently.
• Serve and room temperature or chilled.