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Quick and Healthy Buckwheat Salad
Savor a quick and wholesome Buckwheat Salad, loaded with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a light vinaigrette. This simple recipe is ideal for a nutrient-dense meal or vibrant side dish!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 3 Servings
Calories: 241 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup buckwheat
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup sliced baby cucumber
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped apple
- 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- fresh dill
- salad dressing of choice
Instructions
- In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add the buckwheat and simmer on low, covered for 10-15 minutes or until the water has been completely absorbed and the buckwheat is tender. When done, set aside and let cool.
- Add the buckwheat, cucumber, red onion, chickpeas, apple, tomatoes, and dill to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine all the ingredients. Top with your favorite salad dressing and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
241kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
52g
(17%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
0.5g
(3%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
17mg
(1%)
Potassium
513mg
(15%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
298IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
35mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 513mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 298IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.