Welcome to our kitchen! Today, we’re going to prepare a refreshing and nutritious dish – Millet Tabbouleh Salad. This salad combines fluffy cooked millet with vibrant herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing, making it a perfect side dish or light meal. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

For Salad:

• 1 cup cooked Millet
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 English Cucumber, diced
• 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup Fresh Mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, chopped

For Dressing:

• 3 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Millet

1. Cook millet: Cook millet according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let cool to room temperature.

Step 2: Prepare Salad

1. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked millet, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, mint, and basil.

Step 3: Make Dressing

1. Whisk dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

1. Dress salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
2. Chill (optional): Refrigerate the Millet Tabbouleh Salad for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
3. Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light meal.

Tips and Variations

• Additions: Add crumbled feta cheese, olives, or chickpeas for added protein and flavor.
• Grain options: Substitute millet with quinoa or bulgur for a different variation.
• Make ahead: Prepare the salad and dressing separately. Combine just before serving to keep ingredients fresh.

Nutritional Benefits

Millet Tabbouleh Salad is packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals from millets and fresh vegetables, while the zesty dressing adds a burst of flavor and freshness.

Enjoy making and savoring this vibrant Millet Tabbouleh Salad as a nutritious addition to your meals!