Buckwheat and Roasted Vegetable Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup buckwheat groats rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium zucchini cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheesea crumbled
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 Tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a large mixing bowl, toss the zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion with 2 Tbsp. of olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- While the vegetables are roasting, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the rinsed buckwheat groats, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the buckwheat is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked buckwheat, roasted vegetables, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tip:
- Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like eggplant, cherry tomatoes, or butternut squash for different flavors and textures. Buckwheat groats can be cooked in vegetable broth instead of water for added flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 16gFiber: 6gSugar: 8g
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