Wholesome Millet Salad

Calories: 300 per serving

Benefits:

• • Rich in fiber

• • Packed with essential vitamins and minerals

• • Great source of plant-based protein

• • Helps in weight management

• • Supports heart health

Ingredients:

• • 1 cup cooked millet

• • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• • 1 cup cucumber, diced

• • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped

• • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped

• • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

• • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

• • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• • Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked millet, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, fresh parsley, fresh mint, feta cheese, and kalamata olives.

1. 1. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

1. 1. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

1. 1. Adjust the seasoning according to taste.

1. 1. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Making Time:

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Chilling time: 1 hour

Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Storing Instructions:

The Millet Salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving Instructions:

Serve the Wholesome Millet Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch. It can also be served as a filling for wraps or pita bread.