Udmurt Buckwheat Salad (Гречневый салат)

Гречневый салат (Udmurt Buckwheat Salad) is a traditional dish from Udmurt cuisine that is both nutritious and delicious. This salad is packed with flavors and textures that will surely satisfy your taste buds.

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Udmurt Buckwheat Salad (Гречневый салат)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups buckwheat groats
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the buckwheat groats under cold water.
  2. In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the rinsed buckwheat groats. Cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the buckwheat is tender.
  3. Transfer the cooked buckwheat to a large bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
  4. Add the diced cucumber, chopped bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped dill to the bowl with the buckwheat.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  6. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pot Strainer Large bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Udmurt Buckwheat Salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can also add some crumbled feta cheese or chopped olives to the salad before serving.

Cost

$10