Introduction: Welcome back to our millet recipe series! Today, we’re giving a healthy twist to a classic Middle Eastern dish with Millet Tabbouleh featuring Little Millet. This refreshing and vibrant salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a potluck contribution. Packed with fresh herbs and vegetables, this Millet Tabbouleh is both delicious and nutritious. Let’s dive in!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup little millet
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 large cucumber, diced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the Little Millet:
   • Rinse the little millet under cold water.
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the millet and water (or vegetable broth). Bring to a boil.
   • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the millet is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
   • Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs:
   • While the millet is cooling, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion.
   • Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint.
3. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled millet, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
   • Drizzle with the fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil.
4. Season and Toss:
   • Add salt and pepper to taste.
   • Toss everything together until well combined.
5. Optional: Add Cheese:
   • If using, gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
6. Serve:
   • Transfer the Millet Tabbouleh to a serving dish.
   • Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Tips:

• For added flavor, you can include other fresh herbs like dill or cilantro.
• Serve with pita bread, hummus, or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
• This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making it a convenient option for meal prep.

Conclusion: This Millet Tabbouleh with Little Millet is a delightful, fresh, and healthy take on the traditional tabbouleh. The nutty flavor of the little millet pairs perfectly with the crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and light. Try this recipe and let us know how it turns out in the comments below!

Happy cooking and enjoy your refreshing tabbouleh!