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Freekeh Salad with Chicken Recipe

Christina Lane
Freekeh salad with chicken is packed full of goodness. Whole grain, hearty, and tasty too.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 362 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Freekeh Grains
  • 2 1/2 cups Water
  • pinch of Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Oregano dried
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/3 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes sliced
  • 2 handfuls Kale shredded
  • 2 Chicken Breast cooked - or protein of choice

Instructions
 

  • In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the freekeh, water and salt. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the grains are al dente. Drain any excess water.
  • Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, oil, salt, oregano, onion powder, pepper and Greek yogurt. Stir very well.
  • In a large bowl, combine the freekeh, dressing, sliced tomatoes and shredded kale. Toss very well to combine. Top with sliced protein of choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 591mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5g
Keyword Chicken, Cooking for Couples, Dinners, Dressings, Easy Dinners, Freekeh, Healthy, Healthy Eating, Salads, Simmered, Whole Grain
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