Best 2 Freekeh Salad Recipes
Are you looking for a delicious and healthy salad recipe to add to your culinary repertoire? Look no further than freekeh salad! This ancient grain, known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture, is a nutritional powerhouse packed with fiber, protein, and essential minerals. Its versatility makes it a perfect base for a variety of salads, from light and refreshing to hearty and satisfying. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, freekeh salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best freekeh salad recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
FREEKEH SALAD
Oooh yeah! Tasting Table delivered this tasty morsel right directly to my inbox! Originally called 'Freekeh Salad with Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Sumac and Dill'. The story behind the recipe: "Neat Freekeh" Heyday's vibrant summer grain salad: http://www.tastingtable.com/entry_detail/good_taste/13990 I did edit the recipe a wee bit to personal tastes.
Provided by Elmotoo
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To a small saucepan set over high heat, add the water, freekeh, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon of the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the freekeh is tender and has absorbed all of the water, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer the freekeh to a rimmed baking sheet and set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, the vinegar, sumac and ¼ teaspoon of the salt. Stir in the shallot and set aside to macerate.
- Fill a large saucepan with water, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the cauliflower, return to a boil, and cook until the cauliflower is al dente, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain the cauliflower into a colander, then transfer to a medium bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- To the shallot mixture, slowly drizzle in the remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil while whisking constantly, until the vinaigrette is creamy and blended.
- Add the cucumbers to a large bowl along with the freekeh, cauliflower, dill and the vinaigrette. Toss to combine, taste, and serve with more salt if needed.
- OPTIONS: If you'd like to add more texture, skip the blanching and roast the cauliflower on high heat for a few minutes, until it browns. Scheiblauer suggests replacing the cucumber with diced melon or tomato later in the summer.
- Feel free to get a little freekeh!
FREEKEH, CHICKPEA AND HERB SALAD
There is a lot to love about freekeh, an earthy grain that I'd like to see catch on in more kitchens. It cooks up in about 25 minutes, and it's light, like coarse bulgur, which it resembles, except that the color is darker and greener. But freekeh has a more complex flavor than bulgur. What stands out is its smokiness, a result of the production process, in which durum wheat - the type used for many pastas - is harvested while still green and soft, and carefully roasted in the husk over open fires. The wheat is beaten to remove the chaff, and in the Middle East it is sold whole or cracked. The cracked version is what you're more likely to find here in the United States, and happily it's become easy to do so. Look on the shelves of Middle Eastern markets, at whole-food markets or online. Cracked freekeh is tastier and easier to work with than whole freekeh. Add it to soups or stews, or use in the same way you would use rice or bulgur. The cracked wheat has a grassy, herbal quality that also makes it great for use in lemony salads like this one, in which the freekeh is tossed with chickpeas, scallions and a welcome dash of bright green in the form of fresh mint and parsley.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a medium-size heavy saucepan over medium-high heat and add freekeh. Toast in the dry pan, shaking pan or stirring, until freekeh becomes fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 cups water and salt and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until water has been absorbed. Turn off heat and uncover. Place a clean dish towel over the pot and return lid. Let sit at least 10 minutes. Uncover and allow freekeh to cool another 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine freekeh, chopped herbs, celery, scallions and chickpeas and toss together. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cumin, garlic, salt and olive oil; toss with salad. Taste and add more lemon juice if desired. Serve right away or let sit for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 313, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 387 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right freekeh: Look for whole grain freekeh that has been roasted, as this will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the freekeh properly: Rinse the freekeh before cooking, and then cook it according to the package directions. Be sure to not overcook it, as this will make it mushy.
- Use fresh vegetables: The best freekeh salads are made with fresh vegetables. Choose vegetables that are in season and that you enjoy eating.
- Add some protein: For a more filling salad, add some protein, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Use a flavorful dressing: A good dressing will bring all the flavors of your salad together. Choose a dressing that you enjoy and that complements the other ingredients in your salad.
Conclusion:
Freekeh salad is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. It is a versatile salad that can be customized to your liking. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find a freekeh salad that you love.
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