Best 5 Cracked Wheat Salad With Vegetables Recipes

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Cracked wheat salad, also known as bulgur salad, is a versatile and flavorful dish that combines the nutty flavor of cracked wheat with a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices. This colorful and healthy salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a simple salad with a few basic ingredients or a more elaborate dish with a variety of flavors and textures, you're sure to find a cracked wheat salad recipe that you'll love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED SALMON WITH RED WINE BBQ SAUCE, HAZELNUT BUTTER AND CRACKED WHEAT SALAD WITH GRILLED VEGETABLES



Grilled Salmon with Red Wine BBQ Sauce, Hazelnut Butter and Cracked Wheat Salad with Grilled Vegetables image

Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 38

1/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted hazelnuts
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cherries
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup medium-grind bulgur
2 1/2 cups boiling water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise
4 stalks asparagus, trimmed
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes
2 jalapeno peppers, grilled, peeled, and chopped with seeds
Canola oil
1/2 cup freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cups red wine (recommended: Columbia Crest Merlot)
1 1/2 cups ketchup
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 chopped canned chipotle chile in adobo
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon molasses
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
Canola oil
Salt and pepper
Parsley leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the hazelnut butter: Combine all ingredients in a bowl of a food processor and mix until combined; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a small bowl, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before using.
  • For the salad: Heat the grill to high. Place the bulgur in a large bowl; add the boiling water, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, stir and let sit at room temperature until tender, about 25 minutes. If any water remains, place in a fine sieve and press down on it.
  • Put the vegetables in a large bowl, toss with a few tablespoons of canola oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the vegetables on the grates of the grill in a single layer. Grill the peppers until charred on all sides, place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let steam for 10 minutes. Remove the skin, seeds and core and coarsely chop. Grill the zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes per side until slightly charred and just tender, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Grill the asparagus for 3 to 5 minutes per side or until just crisp tender. Remove from the grill and cut on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces. Grill the tomatoes until charred all over and just tender, about 5 minutes total.
  • Place all of the vegetables, including the jalapeno and the parsley in the bowl with the cooked bulgur. Whisk together the zest, lemon juice, olive oil and salt and pepper in small bowl. Add the dressing to the salad and toss to combine. Let sit at room temperature until serving.
  • For the Barbecue sauce: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the wine, increase the heat to high and cook until reduced to about 1/2 cup. Add the ketchup and the remaining ingredients and cook until thickened and slightly reduced, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly.
  • For the salmon: Heat grill to high, cast iron grill pan over high heat, or large nonstick saute pan over high heat. Brush salmon on both sides with canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for about 4 minutes per side, brushing with some of the bbq sauce every 30 seconds. Remove from the grill, place on a platter and brush with more of the sauce. Serve on top of cracked wheat salad and place a tablespoon of the hazelnut butter on top of each salmon fillet. Garnish with parsley leaves and serve.

CRACKED WHEAT WITH STIR-FRIED VEGETABLES



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A perfect Indian breakfast or midday snack recipe made of cracked wheat and flavored with ginger, cumin, cilantro, and lemon.

Provided by Sunaina

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Vegan     Breakfast and Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cracked wheat
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
½ cup chopped carrots
½ cup chopped green beans
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
½ cup peas
½ cup chopped roasted peanuts
1 lemon, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Add cracked wheat and soak until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cumin seeds. Stir-fry until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add carrots, green beans, and ginger; stir-fry for 10 minutes. Add peas and stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add soaked cracked wheat and toss well, but do not overmix. Remove from heat; add peanuts and lemon juice and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 193 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

VEGETABLES WITH CRACKED WHEAT



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A delicious, easy-to-make Armenian/Italian-inspired dish bursting with flavor. You can substitute green beans or cauliflower - or whatever suits your tastes - for the red cabbage! Excellent served with a green salad and crusty bread.

Provided by GEKKO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups coarsely chopped red cabbage
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 ½ cups uncooked cracked wheat
3 cups seasoned tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese to taste
fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat, and saute the onions about 5 minutes, until tender. Stir in the garlic, then mix in the cabbage and red bell pepper. Continue to cook just until slightly tender.
  • Stir the cracked wheat into the skillet. Pour in the tomato sauce and water, and bring to a boil. If the liquid does not completely cover everything, add more water and tomato sauce. Season with dried basil, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, until all the liquid has been absorbed. Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1646.2 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

CRACKED WHEAT SALAD WITH GRILLED RED ONION



Cracked Wheat Salad with Grilled Red Onion image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulgur
1 large red onion, sliced into 1/4-inch slices
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 plum tomatoes, diced
1 cup finely chopped flatleaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a large bowl and cover with boiling water, let stand 15 minutes and drain. Brush the onion slices on both sides with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill on both sides until almost cooked through, remove and coarsely chop. Place the bulgur in a large bowl, add the remaining ingredients and mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.

CRACKED WHEAT SALAD WITH VEGETABLES



CRACKED WHEAT SALAD WITH VEGETABLES image

Categories     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook

Yield Serves 6.

Number Of Ingredients 24

SALAD
1 1/2 cups medium cracked wheat
2 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup finely diced english cucumber
3/4 cup finely diced radishes
3/4 cup peeled and finely diced carrots
1 large ear of corn, kernels cut off
2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
2 tbsp finely chopped chives
2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
1 tbsp finely chopped basil
DRESSING
1 tbsp finely chopped red onion
1 small garlic clove, chopped
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
1 tbsp finely chopped chives
1 tbsp finely chopped basil
2 tsp dijon mustard
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
3/4 cup olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Pour boiling water over the cracked what in a large mixing bowl and let the wheat absorb the water for 1 hour. 2. Drain wheat in a sieve and make sure you allow excess moisture to drain. Place in mixing bowl. 3. Add red onion, cucumber, radishes, carrots and corn. Mix carefully with a fork to keep the wheat fluffy. Add chives, parsley, cilantro, basil. 4. Make dressing: in a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk all ingredients together. 5. Pour dressing over what mixture and toss. Season to taste. Place in serving bowl. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cracked wheat: Coarse cracked wheat will hold its shape better in the salad, while fine cracked wheat will cook more quickly.
  • Soak the cracked wheat: Soaking the cracked wheat before cooking will help to reduce the cooking time and make it more digestible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your salad, the more colorful and nutritious it will be. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables should be cooked just until they are tender-crisp. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what will bring all the flavors of the salad together. Use a dressing that you enjoy and that complements the flavors of the vegetables.
  • Chill the salad before serving: Chilling the salad will help to make it more refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Cracked wheat salad is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and is also a good source of fiber and protein. With a little planning, you can easily make a cracked wheat salad that is both tasty and nutritious.

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