Did you know freekeh has more fiber than brown rice and even quinoa? Give this freekeh with pesto recipe from Lauren Popeck, a registered dietitian at Orlando Health, a try. You won't be disappointed!
Ingredients:
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1 cup whole grain cracked freekeh
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3 tablespoons pesto
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Optional: 1 cup chopped tomatoes and 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions:
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Bring 2.5 cups water to a boil. Add 1 cup freekeh. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
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Mix pesto and freekeh in a large bowl, stirring well. Add tomatoes and spinach, if desired; toss to combine. Feel free to add any veggies you like!
Makes 3 cups
Nutrition for ½ cup serving:
Calories: 188
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 6 g
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