Are you searching for a delectable and healthy salad recipe that offers a unique flavor combination? Look no further! Millet salad with curry ginger dressing combines the wholesome goodness of millet with an explosion of aromatic spices and tangy flavors. Millet, an ancient grain packed with nutrients, provides a nutty texture and a subtly sweet taste, while the curry ginger dressing adds a delightful layer of warmth and zing. This salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a nutritious on-the-go meal. So, let's dive into discovering the culinary journey of millet salad with curry ginger dressing!
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WARM MILLET, CARROT AND KALE SALAD WITH CURRY-SCENTED DRESSING
I love millet but it is tricky to cook; it can easily turn to mush. I have found that cooking more than 2/3 cup at a time can be problematic because the millet at the bottom of the pot becomes gummy by the time all of the millet is cooked. But the tiny, nutritious seeds of grain expand so much during cooking that you don't need more than 2/3 of a cup for this recipe, and if you toast the seeds in a little oil first and take care not to stir the millet once you've added the water you will get a fluffy result.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, salads and dressings
Time 2h
Yield Serves 4 to 5
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Separate the kale into two unequal bunches, with about two thirds in one bunch. Wash and dry the smaller bunch, roll the leaves in paper towels and set aside. Blanch the rest in a pot of boiling salted water for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the pot with a slotted spoon or skimmer, transfer to a bowl of cold water, drain and squeeze out excess water. Cut the squeezed bunch of kale crosswise into thin slices and set aside. Measure out 2 cups of the blanching water.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium-high heat in a heavy 2- or 3-quart saucepan. Add the millet and toast, stirring, until it begins to smell fragrant and toasty, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the 2 cups of kale water. If not using the kale water add 2 cups water and salt to taste, and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes, until the liquid in the saucepan has evaporated and the grains are fluffy. Turn off the heat, place a clean dish towel over the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer the cooked millet to a baking sheet or a shallow pan and spread out in an even layer to cool. This helps prevent clumping.
- Meanwhile, make crispy kale with the remaining kale. Heat the oven to 300 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Make sure that your kale leaves are dry. Tear them into medium-size pieces and toss with the olive oil. Gently knead the leaves between your thumbs and fingers to make sure they are coated with oil. Place in an even layer on the baking sheets. Do this in batches if necessary. Place in the oven and roast for 22 to 25 minutes, until the leaves are crisp but not browned. If some of the leaves crisp before others, remove them to a bowl or sheet pan and return the remaining kale to the oven. Watch closely as once the kale browns it will taste bitter. Once the kale is crisp, season to taste with salt. Allow to cool.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or measuring cup, then transfer to a wide skillet. Add the millet, blanched kale, carrots, and nigella seeds and heat everything together over medium heat, stirring to combine well, until sizzling. Stir in the cilantro just before serving. Serve with the crispy kale crumbled over the top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 287, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 572 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
HARVEST SALAD WITH LIME-CURRY DRESSING
A friend gave me this salad recipe to help me impress my new husband who loves citrus. We serve the dressing over greens we harvest from our garden-the lime and curry make a fantastic pairing. -Rachel Muilenburg, Prineville, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings (1-1/3 cups each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend., In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
TOASTED MILLET SALAD
Millet is crunchy and quick cooking, and is a good source of fiber and plant protein. It contains potassium, B vitamins, folate, iron, magnesium, copper and zinc. Yummy! Adapted from Prevention magazine.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Grains
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil. Meanwhile, coat bottom of a large saute pan with 1 teaspoons of the olive oil. Add millet and cook, stirring, over medium low heat until it gives off a toasted aroma, about 10 minutes. Add boiling hot water. Cover and cook over medium low heat until water is absorbed and millet is tender, about 25 minutes. Uncover and cool.
- Meanwhile, coat salmon with 1 teaspoons of the soy sauce. Heat a large skillet over high heat. When hot, add fillets, reduce heat to medium and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Turn over and cook until the salmon is cooked through, 3-5 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Cool in pan. Break into 1" pieces.
- Heat a small saucepan of water to a boil. Add snow peas and cook 1 minute. Drain, rinse, and blot dry.
- In a large bowl, whisk vinegar, 2 tbsp water, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and remaining olive oil and soy sauce. Reserve 1 tbsp of the mixture. Toss millet with the dressing. In a small bowl, toss scallions, pepper, snow peas, and reserved dressing. Add half the vegetables and the salmon to the millet.
- Spoon millet salad onto a platter. Top with remaining vegetables. Serve and enjoy!
MELON SALAD WITH GINGER DRESSING
With a hint of honey, the cool, creamy dressing complements the colorful melon and tender chicken. Family and friends will be happy to see it on your table again and again.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; cover and chill. In a large covered saucepan, simmer chicken in apple juice, water and peppercorns for 20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Discard broth; allow chicken to cool. Slice into thin strips and place in a large bowl. Add celery, melon balls and parsley. Serve on a bed of lettuce if desired. Drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
TANGY GINGER LIME SALAD DRESSING
This tangy, nutty dressing is enlivened by sesame oil, chili oil, fresh ginger and lime juice.
Provided by sal
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Fruit Dressing Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, chili oil, lime juice, vinegar and onion powder in a blender. Process until evenly combined. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 708.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
MILLET SALAD WITH CURRY-GINGER DRESSING
This is from a neat little cookbook "Students go Vegan" by Carole Raymond. Even my meatitarian teenagers like it.
Provided by I hate coming up wi
Categories Grains
Time 45m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a dry, 4 quart saucepan, toast the millet on medium hear for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until it becomes fragrant.
- Carefully pour the water into the pot in a steady stream. Add the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and stir. cover and cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside to cool for a few minutes.
- Fluff the millet with a fork. Add the garbanzo beans, carrot, red pepper, and raisins. Drizzle with Curry-Ginger Dressing and toss to coat the grain. Taste, add more dressing if necessary.
- Tear the lettuce into bite sized pieces. Arrange the lettuce on plates and add the millet. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts and serve.
- Dressing: combine ingredients in a small bowl and stir to dissolve the miso and sugar. The dressing with keep in the fridge, covered, for a week.
Tips:
- Choose the right millet: For this salad, it's best to use hulled millet, which has a mild, nutty flavor. If you can't find hulled millet, you can use whole millet, but be sure to rinse it well before cooking.
- Cook the millet properly: To ensure that the millet is cooked evenly, be sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot and bring the water to a boil before adding the millet. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the millet is tender and all of the water has been absorbed.
- Let the millet cool: Before adding the millet to the salad, be sure to let it cool completely. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Use fresh vegetables: For the best flavor, use fresh vegetables in your salad. If you can, try to buy organic vegetables whenever possible.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: The curry-ginger dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
Conclusion:
Millet salad with curry-ginger dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's packed with nutrients, including protein, fiber, and vitamins. The curry-ginger dressing adds a unique and flavorful touch to the salad. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover millet. If you're looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, be sure to try this one.
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