FREEKAH, CHICKPEA AND HERB SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Winter     Healthy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup freekeh
½ teaspoon salt, more to taste
½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup thinly sliced celery, plus 3 tablespoons chopped leaves
1 bunch scallions, finely chopped
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
¼ cup fresh lemon juice, more to taste
½ tsp lightly toasted cumin seeds, ground, more to taste
1 garlic clove, minced or puréed (optional)
6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

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. Advance preparation: The salad is best served within a few hours of tossing with the dressing, but it will keep for a few days in the refrigerator. The cooked freekeh will keep for 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator.

Jihad Islam
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover freekah. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


JUVAER GAMING
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Eric Meyer
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Jahf Nickug
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I'm not a big fan of freekah, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The salad was very flavorful and the freekah had a nice chewy texture.


Khisa Arnab
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. I love the combination of freekah, chickpeas, and herbs.


Nadan Afridi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. It's a great combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


LiquidTrance
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This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend it.


Sean Justg
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The dressing is a bit too lemony for my taste, but otherwise this salad is delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Raza Miah
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover freekah and chickpeas. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.


Esa Swaray
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


aabdulla titu
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The recipe was easy to follow and the salad turned out great! I used a combination of fresh and dried herbs and it was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Fozia Siraj
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the freekah, chickpeas, and herbs. I will definitely be making this again.