Freekeh Salad

A nutritious Middle Eastern salad featuring tender freekeh, fresh herbs, pomegranate seeds, and pistachios tossed in a molasses dressing.

Vegetarian Healthy Middle Eastern Salad High Fiber

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

347

kcal / serving

1388 kcal total

Carbs

46g

per serving

184 g total

Fat

18g

per serving

72 g total

Protein

per serving

24 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces

Pomegranate Molasses

Fruits

piece

Pomegranate

seeds only

GrainsCereals

200

Freekeh

pearled spelt or pearled barley are alternatives

NutsSeeds

handful

Parsley

flatleaf, roughly chopped

handful

Mint

roughly chopped

Pistachios

roughly crushed

tsp

Salt

plus a pinch for dressing

Black Pepper

freshly ground

OilsFats

Olive Oil

divided into 1 tablespoon and 4 tablespoons

Vegetables

piece

Spring Onion

finely chopped

Method

Combine freekeh, 1 litre water, salt, and 15ml olive oil in a pan.

Boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until tender.

Drain the grains and let them cool completely.

Mix cooled freekeh with spring onions, pomegranate seeds, and herbs.

Whisk remaining 60ml olive oil with pomegranate molasses and a pinch of salt.

Dress the salad with the mixture and top with crushed pistachios.