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Vegan Turkish Freekeh Salad (Firik Salatasi)

Name: Vegan Turkish Freekeh Salad (Firik Salatasi)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 0.75 cup freekeh; 1 cup water; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more to taste; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped; 1 small bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped; 4 sprigs fresh mint, chopped; 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, or to taste; 4 lettuce leaves

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Freekeh is a protein-rich super grain made from roasted green wheat that is cooked similar to rice. This vegan Turkish salad is simple to make and full of Middle Eastern flavors.

Recipe by körnermamsell

Updated on August 22, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

¾ cup freekeh
1 cup water
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more to taste
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
1 small bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
4 sprigs fresh mint, chopped
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, or to taste (Optional)
4 lettuce leaves

Directions

Rinse freekeh in a sieve under cold running water. Drain. Place into a pot, add water and salt, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until water has been absorbed and freekeh is soft, 15 to 18 minutes.
Transfer freekeh to a bowl. Mix in olive oil and lemon juice. Set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
Add bell pepper, green onions, parsley, and mint to freekeh; mix well. Stir in lemon zest and pomegranate seeds. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262	Calories
12g	Fat
37g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Sodium 311mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 37g	13%
Dietary Fiber 9g	31%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 104mg	522%
Calcium 87mg	7%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 363mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.