Freekeh and Broccoli Salad with Feta
 
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This crunchy, satisfying salad is a great way to enjoy Freekeh, a flavorful, high-fiber Middle Eastern whole grain that cooks in just 20 minutes!
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Recipe type: salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 6 side dish servings
Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked Freekeh (1 cup dry = 3 cups cooked; cook according to package directions)
  • 2 cups chopped Broccolette (or broccoli florets)
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
  1. Steam broccolette pieces for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water or place in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain well.
  2. Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, mustard and pepper.
  3. Place freekeh and broccolette pieces in a large bowl. Pour the vinaigrette into the bowl and toss to combine.
  4. Stir in the raisins and feta.
  5. Serve at room temperature or cold.
Recipe by Eating Made Easy at https://eating-made-easy.com/freekeh-and-broccoli-salad-and-why-i-eat-grains/