Spiced African-Inspired Tomato & Millet Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup millet, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for roasting
• 1 tbsp harissa paste
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Salted Perfection Raleigh Select Blend
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of Salted Perfection Raleigh Select Blend. Roast for 15 minutes until blistered and juicy—this is where the magic happens.
2. While the tomatoes roast, bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rinsed millet and a pinch of Salted Perfection Raleigh Select Blend. Lower heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and millet is fluffy. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together harissa paste, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, Salted Perfection Raleigh Select Blend, and black pepper to create your dressing. Taste and tweak—don’t be shy with that seasoning.
4. In a large bowl, combine cooled millet, roasted tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley. Pour dressing over and toss gently but firmly. We want every bite to have that spicy-smooth combo.
5. Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to let those flavors mingle like old pals. As I always say, ‘Good food don’t rush.’
6. Serve cold or at room temp. This salad plays well as a side or a stand-alone meal. Capisce?
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