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Amaranth Tabouleh with Beans and Haloumi

by | Jan 4, 2016 | Vegetarian Recipes

Amaranth Tabouleh – A Nutritious & Flavorful Beans and Grilled Haloumi Salad Option

Tabouleh or Amaranth Tabouleh is a fantastic base for a variety of dishes. It pairs well with fish, roasted vegetables, or meats, making it a versatile meal. If you’re looking for something extra, grilled haloumi adds a deliciously salty and slightly chewy texture. However, if you follow a dairy-free or vegan diet, you can easily skip the haloumi and enjoy the salad on its own.

Serves: 4 – Amaranth Tabouleh

Ingredients

For the Tabouleh:
  • ½ cup amaranth
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 kale leaves, stalks removed, leaves torn
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or macadamia oil
  • 1 ripe tomato, finely diced
  • 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 10 raw almonds, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp walnuts
  • 2 Tbsp rice malt syrup or honey
For the Salad:
  • 400g green or yellow beans, trimmed
  • 3 Tbsp olive or macadamia oil, plus extra for cooking
  • 2 x 250g packets haloumi, sliced (1cm thick)
  • 2-4 lemon wedges
  • 1 tsp dukkah or za’atar spice mix

Instructions

  • 1: Prepare the Tabouleh
  1. Rinse amaranth under cold running water to remove any bitter residue.
  2. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add amaranth, cover, and simmer on low for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Once cooked to a firm but tender texture, drain and let it cool.
  4. In a large bowl, drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over kale, then gently massage to soften the leaves.
  5. Add amaranth, diced tomato, parsley, and almonds, mixing well.
  6. Coat walnuts with rice malt syrup or honey, then stir them into the tabouleh.
  • 2: Prepare the Salad
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook beans for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add haloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • 3: Assemble & Serve
  1. Divide tabouleh evenly onto serving plates.
  2. Top with beans and grilled haloumi (or roasted vegetables and meats for an alternative).
  3. Sprinkle with dukkah or za’atar for extra flavor.
  4. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh citrus kick.

Enjoy your delicious and wholesome Amaranth Tabouleh meal!

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