Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes (for millet and chickpeas, if not pre-cooked) Serves: 2
Ingredients: Salad:
Cooked foxtail millet: ½ cup
Boiled chickpeas: ½ cup
Cucumber, finely chopped: 2 tablespoons
Carrot, finely chopped: 2 tablespoons
Colored bell peppers, finely chopped: ¼ cup
Coriander leaves, chopped: 2-3 tablespoons
Dressing:
Extra virgin olive oil: 1 tablespoon
Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
Optional Toppings:
Favorite nuts (like almonds, walnuts)
Seeds (such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Dressing: a. In a small jar or bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. b. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined. Set aside.
Assemble the Salad: a. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked foxtail millet, boiled chickpeas, chopped cucumber, carrot, and bell peppers. b. Sprinkle the chopped coriander leaves over the salad.
Add the Dressing: a. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. b. Toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Final Touches: a. If desired, top the salad with your favorite nuts and seeds for added texture and flavor.
Serve: a. The salad can be served immediately or refrigerated until ready to serve. It makes a refreshing and nutritious meal or side dish. Enjoy this delightful Foxtail Millet Salad, a perfect combination of health and flavor in one bowl!