Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini
Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini layers smoky, nutty grains with a silky, tangy tahini dressing, balanced by honey and apple cider vinegar. Juicy pomegranate bursts, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios add brightness and texture, making it a vibrant lunch or a standout side alongside grilled meats or fish.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 75 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 46
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 41
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Toast the freekeh in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until lightly browned and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Transfer the freekeh to a bowl to cool.
- 2
Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar, tahini, and honey in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until blended. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Add the pomegranate seeds, onion, mint, and parsley to the bowl with the cooked freekeh. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Top with the pistachios just before serving so they do not soften.
- Calories 266.98 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 10.91 g Good Source 22%
- Carbohydrate 31.38 g 11%
- Total Fat 12.7 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 1.64 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 6.23 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 345.09 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 5.66 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 4.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 46.74 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 3.95 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 76.51 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 21.02 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 4.52 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Chicken Broth, Freekeh, and Fresh Mint. Each serving provides about 266.98 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Chicken Broth, Freekeh, Fresh Mint, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 266.98 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini healthy?
- Freekeh Grain Salad with Creamy Tahini has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 266.98 calories and 10.91 g of protein, or 22% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 345.09 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.64 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Wheat, Gluten, Sesame and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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