Anti Inflammatory Cilantro-Lime Millet & Chickpea Salad
This vibrant grain salad is the kind of bowl that makes healthy eating feel genuinely exciting — bright, fresh, and packed with textures that keep every bite interesting. Fluffy millet forms the base, tossed with chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado for a combination that's both satisfying and nourishing. The dressing is where the real magic happens: extra virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice carry turmeric and cumin, two spices well-regarded for their role in an inflammation-conscious kitchen. Black pepper joins the mix, which works in harmony with the turmeric to help your body make the most of it. A generous handful of fresh cilantro ties everything together with an herby brightness that lifts the whole dish. It comes together in under 30 minutes and serves four, making it an easy weeknight win or a meal-prep staple you'll actually look forward to eating.
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4 servings
For the millet
- 1 cup millet
- 2 cups water
- ¼ tsp salt
For the salad
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 english cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the millet in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a medium saucepan with 2 cups water and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a low simmer, cover, and cook until the water is fully absorbed and the millet is tender and fluffy, about 18 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the millet rest, covered, for 5 minutes, then uncover and fluff with a fork. Spread the millet onto a large mixing bowl or sheet pan and let it cool for at least 10 minutes until no longer steaming.
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