Colorful Mixed Grains and Kamut Vegetable Salad
[Healthy Eating] Recipe for a Vibrant Mixed Grains & Kamut Vegetable Salad
Prepare your mixed grains like tri-color barley, corn, and kamut by boiling and freezing them. This allows for quick reheating and use whenever you desire. Having pre-cooked and frozen grains makes it easy to prepare a delicious and nutritious salad in a short amount of time. This salad, featuring nutrient-rich kamut and fresh vegetables, is a satisfying meal that’s as beautiful as it is healthy.
Main Ingredients- 1 handful Tri-color Barley (approx. 50g)
- 1 handful Kamut (approx. 50g)
- 1 handful Ground Beef (approx. 50g)
- 1 handful Corn Kernels (frozen, approx. 50g)
- 1 handful Kidney Beans (frozen, approx. 50g)
- 1 head Romaine Lettuce (fist-sized)
- 1/2 ripe Avocado
- 1 Tomato
- 1 handful Red Cabbage (approx. 50g)
Dressing Ingredients- 10 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (150ml)
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Minced Garlic (15g)
- 1 Tbsp Tuna Extract (fish sauce substitute) (15ml)
- 1 Tbsp Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (15ml)
- 1 Tbsp Plum Extract (sweetener) (15ml)
- 1 tsp Anchovy Sauce (fish sauce) (5ml)
- Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 4-5 whole Peppercorns (freshly ground)
- 1 tsp Yuzu Jam (5g)
- 10 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (150ml)
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Minced Garlic (15g)
- 1 Tbsp Tuna Extract (fish sauce substitute) (15ml)
- 1 Tbsp Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (15ml)
- 1 Tbsp Plum Extract (sweetener) (15ml)
- 1 tsp Anchovy Sauce (fish sauce) (5ml)
- Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 4-5 whole Peppercorns (freshly ground)
- 1 tsp Yuzu Jam (5g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the pre-cooked and frozen grains (tri-color barley, kamut), corn, and kidney beans under cold water to thaw them. Gently separate the grains so they don’t stick together.
Step 2
Use a regular electric rice cooker (not a pressure cooker). Select the ‘Steam’ menu and cook for about 20 minutes. Since they are already thawed, steaming is sufficient to cook them perfectly. You can also add the ground beef to cook along with the grains for added flavor and substance.
Step 3
While the grains are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Tear or chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Dice the avocado and tomato. Thinly shred the red cabbage for a nice texture and color contrast. Aim to cut all vegetables to a size similar to the grains for a harmonious salad.
Step 4
Prepare the salad dressing. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, tuna extract, apple cider vinegar, plum extract, yuzu jam, and anchovy sauce. Add red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat, and freshly ground black pepper for aroma. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. (The amounts listed are a guideline.)
Step 5
Add the cooked grains and all the prepared vegetables to a large bowl. Pour in about half of the prepared dressing and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust the amount of dressing as needed. It’s best to add the dressing gradually rather than all at once. If you prefer a lighter salad, use less dressing. For a richer flavor, add more. Feel free to customize it to your liking!
Step 7
Serve the salad in a beautiful bowl. For an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy your healthy and delicious salad for a delightful meal!
