Kısır Meze

Kısır Meze is a vibrant and refreshing Turkish dish made from finely chopped vegetables, herbs, and a base of bulgur wheat, offering a delightful explosion of flavors. This Paleo version replaces bulgur with cauliflower rice, making it a low-carb, nutritious option perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Parsley - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Mint - 10 grams, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower, then pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower rice, chopped tomato, cucumber, red bell pepper, green onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Let the Kısır sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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