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  4. Easy Freekeh Recipes That Make Eating More Whole Grains a Cinch

Easy Freekeh Recipes That Make Eating More Whole Grains a Cinch

By the editors of Shape
January 24, 2020
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ICYMI, whole grains help you live longer. Up your intake and shake up your healthy-carb game: Freekeh recipes, made with one of the most unique and hearty ancient grains, are loaded with protein and fiber. Even better: It's easy to cook with. Consider these 13 freekeh recipes tasty and totally boredom-free.
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Almond and Parsley Pesto with Asparagus and Freekeh

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Crunchy, zesty, and satisfying, you'll want to move this freekeh recipe to the front of your "must-make weekly" list. Cook the freekeh in your stock of choice (chicken or vegetable both work wonderfully), then toss with fresh vegetables and an herb-loaded DIY pesto sauce.

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Maple-Roasted Butternut Squash Freekeh Salad with Kale

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Butternut squash, kale and cranberries: These are a few of our favorite things. Toss them all into this freekeh recipe and you've got one nutrient-packed, delicious dinner that the whole family will be happy with. (If you have some bonus butternut lying around, try it in this creative Chicken Tikka Masala with Butternut Squash Fettuccine.)

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Freekeh with Brussels Sprouts, Apple, Dried Cranberries, Honey, and Pomegranate

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Fruit for dinner? Yes, please. A bit sweeter than your typical after-work meal, this freekeh recipe offers well-balanced nutrition and flavors. Clean eating at its finest.

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Artichoke Freekeh Risotto

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Artichokes are bursting with antioxidants and have been shown to help lower bad cholesterol. So go ahead, grab seconds of this fiber-rich twist on the creamy classic Italian dish.

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Freekeh with Tahini, Chickpeas, and Pomegranate

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Pomegranates are antioxidant powerhouses that lower blood pressure and cholesterol. The sweet-tart flavor next to the nutty tahini in this freekeh recipe will have you wondering why you've ever settled for a handful of nuts as "dinner." (Related: How to Cut and Eat a Pomegranate)

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Cranberry Apple Freekeh Stuffing

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Who says stuffing is only for Thanksgiving? This fall-flavored freekeh recipe will inspire you to make the dish all autumn long.

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One-Pot Vegan Mexican Freekeh

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Consider this freekeh recipe proof that there's more to Mexican meals than quesadillas and tacos. Feel free to add cheese if you aren't vegan.

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Freekeh with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts

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This protein-packed entree (a brilliant use for leftover meat from last night's dinner) may soon become your post-workout go-to. Sorry, plain grilled salmon.

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Freekeh, Zucchini, and Pistachio Salad

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Pistachios add a pleasant and satisfying crunchy element to this super simple dinner. (Seriously, there are only two steps required to complete the entire freekeh recipe: Boil the grain, then toss with the dressing and mix-ins.)

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Lebanese Freekeh and Fig Salad

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Figs are rich in potassium, which is essential for muscle growth and function. That fresh fruit, alongside dried cherries, offer a sweet complement to the nutty whole grains in this freekeh recipe.

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Kale and Freekeh Soup

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Ancient grains don't always need to be your meal's base. You can toss freekeh into soup for some variety—we love this freekeh recipe because it also features vitamin-rich kale.

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Vegan Curried Freekeh Salad

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If you often crave Indian food when it comes time to order takeout, this is the freekeh recipe for you. The grain of the day, sweet potatoes, and more go on a flavor trip to India via curry powder and fresh cilantro.

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Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Pickled Carrots and Freekeh

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Make this vegetarian freekeh recipe for dinner tonight and bowl up the leftovers for tomorrow's lunch. If you're lucky enough to a serving remaining, that is. (Related: 5 Meal-Prep Hacks for Better-Brown Bag Lunches)

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1 of 13 Almond and Parsley Pesto with Asparagus and Freekeh
2 of 13 Maple-Roasted Butternut Squash Freekeh Salad with Kale
3 of 13 Freekeh with Brussels Sprouts, Apple, Dried Cranberries, Honey, and Pomegranate
4 of 13 Artichoke Freekeh Risotto
5 of 13 Freekeh with Tahini, Chickpeas, and Pomegranate
6 of 13 Cranberry Apple Freekeh Stuffing
7 of 13 One-Pot Vegan Mexican Freekeh
8 of 13 Freekeh with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts
9 of 13 Freekeh, Zucchini, and Pistachio Salad
10 of 13 Lebanese Freekeh and Fig Salad
11 of 13 Kale and Freekeh Soup
12 of 13 Vegan Curried Freekeh Salad
13 of 13 Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Pickled Carrots and Freekeh

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