WHEAT BERRIES WITH SPINACH AND SPRING ONION
You can use any of the ancient wheat varieties here - spelt, kamut or farro. You could also substitute other greens, like chard or beet greens, for the spinach.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories soups and stews, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse the kamut, farro or spelt and cover with boiling water. Soak for 1 hour and drain (alternatively, soak overnight in water from the tap). Combine with 1 quart water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste (I use about 3/4 teaspoon), reduce the heat, cover and simmer 50 minutes, or until the grains are tender and just beginning to splay at one end. Drain off excess water (use for stocks if desired) and return the grains to the pot. Cover until ready to serve.
- Wilt the spinach: Blanch for 20 seconds in salted boiling water, steam for 1 to 2 minutes, or wilt in a dry frying pan in the liquid remaining on the leaves after washing. Transfer to a bowl of cold water, drain and squeeze out excess water, taking the spinach up by the handful. Chop coarsely.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a medium-size skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until onion is tender and aromatic, 5 to 6 minutes, and add a generous pinch of salt and the garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute, and add the spinach, thyme and rosemary. Stir together for a minute, just until the spinach is coated with oil and infused with the garlic and herbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup of kamut or spelt into bowls or onto plates. Top with the spinach and onion. Drizzle on a little olive oil, top with walnuts and crumbled feta, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 253, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 941 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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Md Ashaful Vai
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bright colors of the spinach and spring onion and they always ask for seconds.
Ms Tanjila
[email protected]This is a great recipe for meal prep. I made a big batch of wheat berries and spinach on the weekend and then I can just reheat them throughout the week for a quick and easy meal.
Mr Osama bro
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors really shine through.
Md Joos
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use seasonal ingredients. The spinach and spring onion are at their peak in the spring and summer, so this is a great way to enjoy them.
Chloe Cornelius
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture of the wheat berries. I will definitely be making this again.
Inayah Yusuf
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of whole grains. The wheat berries are a good source of fiber and the spinach and spring onion are packed with vitamins and minerals.
Wisdom Concert
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of wheat berries, but the spinach and spring onion really helped to brighten them up. I would definitely make this again.
Staret Kc
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover wheat berries. I had some cooked wheat berries in the fridge and this recipe was a quick and easy way to turn them into a delicious meal.
Yabesh Rai
[email protected]I love wheat berries and this recipe is a great way to prepare them. The spinach and spring onion add a nice pop of flavor and color. I also added a bit of crumbled feta cheese, which was a nice touch.
Koffi Edidu TOSSOU
[email protected]Followed the recipe and the wheat berries turned out great! Will definitely be making this again.
Phakathwayo Waronna
[email protected]This wheat berry dish was a delight! The flavors of the spinach, spring onion, and lemon zest blended perfectly, creating a refreshing and flavorful side dish. The wheat berries had a nice bite and held their shape well. I would definitely make this