Fried cucumber, quinoa & bulgur wheat salad
Background
Fried cucumber is very popular in middle-eastern cooking. In this recipe it is mixed with bulgur wheat & quinoa, but you could use couscous if you'd prefer. Serve it as a side dish with Persian-style grilled lamb or chicken. Alternatively it's an excellent and filling vegan salad for those who don't eat meat!
Ingredients
- 3 small Persian cucumbers
- 150g quinoa
- 100g bulgur wheat
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 3 Tbsp chopped almond
- 3 Tbsp raisins
- 3 Tbsp sunflower seeds
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 Tbsp chopped mint leaves
- 1 large handful of watercress or rocket
- Dressing: juice of 1 lemon, 2 Tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa and bulgur wheat in separate saucepans, following the instructions on the packaging - it takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Peel the cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Cut in half again, dice. Sprinkle with salt, let it rest for 5 minutes, then rinse and wipe dry.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the cucumber pieces. Drain on paper towels.
- Drain the quinoa and bulgur wheat and transfer them into a serving dish. Add the remaining ingredients and the fried cucumber. Season with salt, pepper, and toss with the dressing.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Lunch - Quick & Easy - Side - Supper
- Cuisines: - Middle Eastern - North African
- Occasions: - Barbecue - Eid - Parties - Picnic
- Ingredients: - Other Vegetables - Whole grains
- Health and Diet: - Dairy Free - Healthy - High Fibre - Vegan
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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