
Roasted Veggie Freekeh Salad
Ingredients
- ¾ cups dried, cracked freekeh
- 2 cups water
- 4 ounces eggplant, cut into chunks (about ½ of a medium-sized eggplant)
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 carrots, cut on the bias
- 6 ounces cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 cups mixed greens
- 3 ounces feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Directions
- In a small saucepan, bring the freekeh and water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes or until all the moisture is absorbed. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, toss the eggplant, zucchini, carrots, and cherry tomatoes with the oil and garlic until all the vegetables are evenly coated. Spread out on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes at 400°F. Let cool.
- Mix the freekeh with the roasted vegetables, mixed greens, feta cheese, balsamic, and lemon juice. Enjoy!
| NUTRITIONAL INFO | PER SERVING |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 (40 from fat) |
| Total fat | 4.5g |
| Saturated fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 10mg |
| Sodium | 130mg |
| Carbohydrate | 17g (3g dietary fiber, 3g sugar) |
| Protein | 5g |
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