MIDDLE EASTERN MILLET SALAD-IN-A-JAR

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Layer your lunch with this vegetarian and gluten-free meal-in-a-jar. We love the versatility of millet - it can be porridge, popped or fluffy (as it is in this recipe). To save time, cook batches of millet, let cool, then store in freezer bags for up to 1 month.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings (about 1 cup millet each)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup millet, rinsed
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup Greek yogurt
1/3 cup hummus
Juice of 1/2 lemon plus the remaining half, quartered
A few dashes of hot sauce
1 large ripe tomato, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1/2 cup pickled beets, diced
8 stuffed grape leaves, sliced into coins
2 Kirby cucumbers, diced
1 tablespoon za'atar spice blend (see Cook's Note)
1/2 cup french-fried onions

Steps:

  • Make the millet: Bring 2 1/4 cups water to a boil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan. Add the millet and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir, cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook the millet until it's tender and all the water has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove it from the heat and let sit, covered, for 15 minutes. Add the oil, and fluff the millet with a fork. Serve warm or at room temperature. (The millet can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated in the microwave.)
  • Make the yogurt-hummus sauce: Whisk together the yogurt, hummus, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon water, 1/4 teaspoon salt and hot sauce in a small bowl.
  • Make the tomato-pepper salad: Stir together the tomatoes, peppers, parsley and a pinch of salt in another small bowl.
  • Assemble the salad: Using four 16-ounce wide-mouthed glass jars with lids, evenly divide the beets among the jars, then add the following in separate layers: the millet (press it down a little to make room), grape leaves, tomato-pepper salad, cucumbers and yogurt-hummus sauce. Top each with a sprinkling of za'atar. Pack the french-fried onions (about 2 tablespoons per salad) and the lemon wedge in separate small containers for transporting.
  • Just before serving, transfer the jarred ingredients to a large bowl, add the onions and a squeeze of lemon juice and toss.

MD Saihb hossen
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken in the fridge and decided to add it to this salad. The results were delicious! The salad is packed with flavor and the dressing is tangy and refreshing. I'll de


Tt Tt
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is very filling. I highly recommend this salad!


Mado Khalil
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice in the fridge and decided to add it to this salad. The results were delicious! The salad is packed with flavor and the dressing is tangy and refreshing. I'll definitely


Tara lama
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are healthy and delicious. This salad is both! It's packed with flavor and the dressing is light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Bryan German
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love this salad! They love the sweet and tangy dressing and the crunchy vegetables. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Monique Mitchell
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I'm not a big fan of millet, but I decided to give this salad a try and I'm glad I did! The millet is cooked perfectly and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices is delicious. The dressing is also very good. I'll definitely be making this s


AnwLegend YT
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover roasted vegetables in the fridge and decided to add them to this salad. The results were delicious! The salad is packed with flavor and the dressing is tangy and refreshing.


Kaneez Akthar
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is a keeper! The millet is cooked perfectly and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices is delicious. The dressing is also very good. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


bigredogre 26
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is very filling. I highly recommend this salad!


Sophia Anaya
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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 the results are always delicious. The salad is packed with flavor and the dressing is tangy and refreshing. I love the addition of the feta cheese and nuts, which


Jodie Guffick
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The millet is cooked perfectly and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices is delicious. I love the addition of the feta cheese and nuts, which add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making


ZUBAIR 169
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I'm not a huge fan of millet, but I decided to give this salad a try and I'm glad I did! The millet is cooked perfectly and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices is delicious. The dressing is also very good. I'll definitely be making this


No one asked DUMBASS
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover millet. I had some cooked millet in the fridge and was looking for a way to use it up. This salad was the perfect solution! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. The salad is packed with flavor


erick john
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I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate millet into my diet, and this salad is a winner! The millet is cooked perfectly and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices is delicious. I love the addition of the feta cheese and nuts, which a


Sharjeel Yasir
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This salad is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The millet is cooked perfectly, with a slightly chewy bite, and the combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices creates a harmonious balance of tastes. I especially enjoyed the tangy dress