Basic Freekeh Recipes

TRIPLE-HERB FREEKEH

Triple-Herb Freekeh image

Meet freekeh ("free-kuh"), a toasted and cracked wheat similar to bulgur. It has a slightly smoky and nutty flavor and a pleasant chew, and is a good source of fiber and protein. If you can't find it in your grocery store, cooked brown rice is a great substitute.

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Categories side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup cracked freekeh
1/2 a small red onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Add 8 cups water and the freekeh to a medium saucepan and boil until tender, about 20 minutes. Strain.
Meanwhile, soak the onions in ice water in a small bowl for 10 minutes. Strain well.
Whisk together the onions, basil, dill, parsley, oil, 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the cooked freekah and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and add the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Alternatively, serve chilled, adding an additional tablespoon of lemon juice just before serving.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 480 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 1 grams

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