CARROT-PISTACHIO PESTO WITH BULGUR AND CHICKPEAS

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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

1/2 cup cracked bulgur
3/4 cup boiling water
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup dried fruit, such as currants, golden raisins, or chopped apricots
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn if large
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic (about 1 small clove)
1/4 cup shelled pistachios, toasted
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon wedge

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

Ricky Musiwa
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Delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Ranidu Piumal
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I love the idea of this recipe, but I found the pesto to be a bit too oily for my taste. I would suggest using less oil or adding some chopped nuts to absorb some of the oiliness.


Luqman Shahzad
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover carrots and chickpeas. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I would recommend adding some chopped fresh herbs to the pesto for extra flavor.


Tshimologo Keaoleboga
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Meh.


Erh Hchhfuhf
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I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The carrot pistachio pesto is so flavorful and unique, and it pairs perfectly with the bulgur and chickpeas. I will definitely be making this dish agai


Precious Ehima
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would suggest using less carrots or adding some tart ingredients to balance out the sweetness. Otherwise, it was a well-executed recipe and I enjoyed the com


Nickolas Benner
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the unique flavor combination and the ease of preparation. The pesto is especially delicious and I can't wait to try it on other dishes as well. Thank you for sharing this wonderful reci


Lisa Connolly
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This carrot pistachio pesto with bulgur and chickpeas is a delightful dish! The flavors are incredibly balanced, with the sweetness of the carrots and the nuttiness of the pistachios complementing each other perfectly. The bulgur and chickpeas add a