LENTIL AND BUCKWHEAT SALAD

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This yummy, whole grain and protein-rich salad is a great lunch, side dish, or potluck item. It can be eaten warm or cold, alone, or on top of a mixed green salad with tomatoes.

Provided by thamesarino

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup green lentils, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 carrot, (7-1/2")s carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons salt-free seasoning blend
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh lemon thyme
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
1 egg
1 cup buckwheat groats
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Stir in lentils, reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are tender but firm, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, but reserve liquid. Transfer lentils to a large bowl.
  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Cook onions until they are soft and translucent about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add celery, carrots, and garlic and continue cooking until carrots are just tender, about 10 minutes. Stir vegetables into lentils. Mix in the seasoning blend, marjoram, thyme, lemon thyme, cumin, crushed red pepper, and cardamom. Set aside.
  • Whisk egg in a bowl; add the buckwheat and stir until well coated with egg.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add buckwheat and egg mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until buckwheat has absorbed the egg and appears dry, about 10 minutes. Stir in 2 cups of the reserved lentil liquid and bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low and simmer until liquid is absorbed and buckwheat is soft but maintains its shape and texture, 15 to 25 minutes.
  • Mix buckwheat into lentil mixture. Season with salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and vinegar. Stir and adjust seasonings. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 415.1 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Stirling Vaughan
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and the flavors are amazing.


walker philip
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Cassandra Blackshire
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.


Rabeya Begum
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils and buckwheat. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


TANVEERjan160 Boy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite.


Monty Star
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This salad is a great choice for a picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and it holds up well at room temperature.


Entertainment Club
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the colorful veggies and the sweet and tangy dressing.


Lzll Lxlxl
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I added some chopped avocado and it was delicious.


Aziz Rehman
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This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your friends and family.


Investor Great
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


COUNSELLOR ESSEL
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the salad was even more flavorful.


Ikhlaq DJ Studio
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing. I especially liked the dressing, which was made with lemon juice, olive oil, and honey. It was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Gary McCarter
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's packed with colorful veggies and the lentils and buckwheat provide a good source of protein and fiber. I felt full and satisfied after eating this salad.


Ashley Marper
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The buckwheat and vegetables helped to balance out the flavor of the lentils. I would definitely make this salad again.


Cody boyd
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils and buckwheat. I had some leftover lentils from a soup I made earlier in the week and I was looking for a way to use them up. This salad was the perfect solution! It was easy to make and it tasted


Noorulain Zahid
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so healthy. I will definitely be making it again for my family and friends.


Ady Orta
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This lentil and buckwheat salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The lentils and buckwheat provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the vegetables add color and flavor. I especially liked the addit