Description
Summer Millet Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish bursting with zesty flavors and crunchy vegetables. This vegan, gluten-free salad is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light lunch option. With its delightful combination of millet, fresh produce, olives, and capers, it offers a unique taste experience that is both healthy and satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-rich salad will brighten up any meal while catering to various dietary preferences. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups uncooked millet
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup capers
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 2 spring onions, sliced
- 1 small red pepper, diced
- juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp maple syrup (optional)
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the millet under cold water. Bring 4 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the millet and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes until tender. Drain excess liquid and allow it to cool.
- While the millet cooks, dice the cucumber and red pepper, and slice the spring onions.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup (if using), salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled millet with dressing and add the prepared vegetables along with olives and capers.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg