Moroccan Freekeh Salad
Loaded with ancient grains and warm spices, this recipe was provided by Minneapolis Public Schools, a partner of the Life Time Foundation.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup freekeh (or ancient grain of choice, such as kamut or farro)
- 3/4 lb. carrots, diced
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups spinach, chopped
- 3/4 cup garbanzo beans
For the Spice Blend
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1/4 tsp. coriander
- 1/4 tsp. cardamom
- 1/8 tsp. black pepper
- 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp. clove
- 1/8 tsp. nutmeg
For the Dressing
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp. garlic, chopped
- 1 tsp. salt
Directions
STEP 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cook the freekeh according to the package directions. Drain and rinse until cool.
STEP 2
Mix together all spice blend ingredients.
STEP 3
Sprinkle the carrots with the spice blend and oil. Toss and cook in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
STEP 4
Whisk or blend together the dressing ingredients.
STEP 5
Combine the freekeh, carrots, dressing, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl and stir until mixed.
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