Festive Freekeh For One Recipe

Name: Festive Freekeh For One
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup freekeh (pearled barley, farro, or wheatberries would probably work too); 1/2 cup lentils; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2-3 large leaves curly kale, chopped; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon cumin; Pinch red pepper flakes; salt and pepper, to taste; Splash fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons roasted salted cashews, chopped; 1 tablespoon dreid cherries, chopped in half

Servings: persons

1/2 cup freekeh (pearled barley, farro, or wheatberries would probably work too)
1/2 cup lentils
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
2-3 large leaves curly kale, chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cumin
Pinch red pepper flakes
salt and pepper, to taste
Splash fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons roasted salted cashews, chopped
1 tablespoon dreid cherries, chopped in half

1
Cook the freekah and lentils, in 2 separate pots, according to package. lentils should take about half the time of the freekah.
2
In the meantime, mince garlic and slice carrots and kale, leaving the veggies separate because they are to be added at different times.
3
Heat olive oil on medium high and then add garlic. stir and lower the heat before it browns.
4
Add carrot slices to softened garlic, followed by cinnamon, cumin, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. sautee on medium until carrots start to get dark around edges. Spritz with lemon juice and remove from heat.
5
Add kale and stir the veggies, off of the heat.
6
If the lentils are done (aprox. 25 minutes), drain them and add to veggies. Add chopped dried fruits and nuts.
7
Drain the freekah when it is done and add to the pan with everything.

110

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup freekeh (pearled barley, farro, or wheatberries would probably work too), 1/2 cup lentils, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 carrots, peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Festive Freekeh For One falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Festive Freekeh For One

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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