Thursday, January 12, 2023

Buckwheat Salad with Chestnut Dressing


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Buckwheat are the seeds of a flowering plant related to rhubarb. Contrary to the name, they are not related to wheat. Buckwheat groats are naturally gluten-free and has a low GI. They have wonderfully earthy and nutty flavour, nutritious and incredibly satisfying. You want to slightly undercook them because buckwheat tends to become mushy when overcooked. Substitute the buckwheat with millet or couscous for the recipe if desired.

 
Chestnut Dressing
  • 300 g Green beans, blanched
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Black pepper
  • 200 g Raw buckwheat, rinsed
  • 450 ml Water (or broth)
  • 2 Shallots, peeled and diced
  • 80 g Feta, crumbled
  • 50 g Roasted cashews
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
  • 120 g Cooked chestnuts
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 50 g Greek yoghurt
  • 3 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 5 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  1. Trim and wash the green beans. Cook the beans in boiling salted water for 7-10 minutes. Drain, rinse and leave to drain again. Mix the green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and black pepper.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add buckwheat and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until toasted. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil over high heat. Add buckwheat to the saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes or until al dente. Refresh under cold running water. Drain and set aside to cool completely.
  3. Crumble the feta into small pieces. Peel and finely chop the shallots. Mix both into the buckwheat. Season with salt and pepper. For the dressing, finely purée the chestnuts with the yoghurt, garlic, lemon juice and water. Season with turmeric and curry powder, salt and pepper.
  4. Place the buckwheat with the green beans on plates. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with roasted cashews and chopped cilantro.

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33 comments:

  1. DeniseinVA12/1/23 21:06

    I don't think I have ever eaten buckwheat before Angie. After seeing this delicious salad, I'm going to have to put it on my next shopping list. Thanks for another lovely recipe :)

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  2. roentare12/1/23 22:11

    Japanese turn buckwheat into Soba noodles. I love it in summer

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  3. Brian's Home Blog12/1/23 22:37

    That looks like a really good one too, yummer!

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  4. Christine12/1/23 23:12

    Delicious!

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  5. DEZMOND12/1/23 23:22

    I would like to try the chestnut dressing and this reminds me I'm out of buckwheat and need to buy some more. I generally don't like it as I find it a bit bitter, but since it is so healthy I usually put a spoonful into my soups or rice.

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  6. Lola Martínez12/1/23 23:35

    Es un plato contundente que debe estar exquisito con esos ingredientes y esa vinagreta tan original.
    Besos

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  7. Cooking Julia12/1/23 23:37

    This buckwheat salad looks delicious. I particularly love the walnut dressing!

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  8. Tom12/1/23 23:37

    ...Angie, you sure come up with some different recipes!

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  9. Velva- Evening with a Sandwich13/1/23 01:11

    Angie, another beautiful dish. My experience with buckwheat was the kasha knishes, I enjoyed while growing up. Thanks for sharing.

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  10. J.P. Alexander13/1/23 01:19

    Parece una ensalada rica y sana. Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.

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  11. Marissa13/1/23 01:53

    I don't know why I forget about buckwheat when I really enjoy it. This is such a hearty, nutritious and delicious looking salad, Angie. Love that creamy chestnut dressing too!

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  12. Nancy Chan13/1/23 06:49

    Buckwheat is new to me. The salad looks delicious.

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  13. Marianela Beauty Tips13/1/23 12:22

    Those meals look delicious. Thanks for sharing.
    I invite you to visit my last post. Happy new year!

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  14. Eva Taylor13/1/23 12:54

    I’m always looking for low GI foods, i had no idea buckwheat was one! The chestnut dressing is quite intriguing.

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  15. 2pots2cook13/1/23 13:50

    Since we have huge amount of chestnut paste frozen, this is our next to do!

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  16. thepaintedapron.com13/1/23 15:30

    The dressing really sounds good!

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  17. Bill13/1/23 17:20

    Never had buckwheat but the rest of the salad looks good.

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  18. Anne in the kitchen13/1/23 17:52

    This would serve two purposes in my kitchen right now. I am trying to use my food storage, and I have both buckwheat and individually cooked chestnut packages in the pantry. I had never eaten chestnuts before and bought them to try. Since I decided I did not like them I was wondering what I could do with the remaining packets. Thank you for this food "save".

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  19. Whats Cookin Italian Style Cuisine13/1/23 22:10

    Yum that amazing and I would love to dive right into this elegant salad!

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  20. The Happy Whisk13/1/23 23:43

    Yes! I love buckwheat groats, I almost always have them on hand. Delightful.

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  21. Mbul Kecil14/1/23 03:34

    wow is a good idea for shallot's sauce....looks creammy and tasty...God job Angie ^^

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  22. Rainbow Evening14/1/23 09:11

    never tasted buckwheat before, but salad sounds delicious ......

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  23. Marcepanowy Kącik14/1/23 12:33

    Lubię kaszę gryczaną w dodatku jest zdrowa.

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  24. eileeninmd14/1/23 12:42

    Hello Angie
    The salad and dressing look and sound delicious. Thanks for sharing another great recipe. Take care and enjoy your day, happy weekend.

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  25. lolines14/1/23 13:48

    Has preparado una riquisima ensalada.
    Saludos.

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  26. Rhodesia14/1/23 15:44

    I wonder if I can buy buckwheat here this salad looks interesting. Keep well Diane

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  27. Maria Grazia Ferrarazzo Maineri14/1/23 16:53

    Your salads are so tasty and delicious, Angie! Thanks for skating this precious recipe.

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  28. Gingi14/1/23 20:10

    I have recently begun cooking with chestnuts... so yummy!! - www.domesticgeekgirl.com

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  29. David14/1/23 20:24

    Angie, I've had buckwheat pancakes before but I don't think that I've had any other dishes with buckwheat in them. Interesting that you like my posts where beef is featured but most of your recipes are healthier... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  30. Anonymous15/1/23 14:19

    It's Judee from Gluten Free A-Z blog. I am not a fan of buckwheat although I would like to be since it is a gluten free vegan food. I'm going to give your delicious looking salad a try!

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  31. My name is Erika.15/1/23 14:47

    Yummy. I love the variety of salads you've been sharing.

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  32. tigerfish17/1/23 17:38

    I love buckwheat for it's earthy and nutty flavors (that's why I said I'll add buckwheat to the tuna and avocado salad post - and that's before I read buckwheat salad post)

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  33. The Happy Whisk18/1/23 20:02

    I love cashews added to stuff.

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