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Freekeh Fruit Salad

A hearty and sweet salad that could work as breakfast or as a side dish
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 to 6 servings
Author Jeanne Fratello

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup cracked freekeh
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 T. fresh-squeezed lime juice about 3 small limes
  • 1 T. agave nectar
  • 1 T. freshly grated ginger
  • 1 cup strawberries hulled and chopped
  • 1 cup pineapple peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 cup mango peeled and chopped
  • Mint leaves for garnish optional

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepot, bring water to a boil. Add the freekeh and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until water is evaporated. Remove the pot from the heat, cover, and let stand for five minutes. Stir the freekeh to fluff it up. Transfer it to a medium-sized serving bowl and let freekeh cool to room temperature.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, agave nectar, and ginger. Pour dressing over the freekeh and stir. Add the strawberries, pineapple, and mango and stir gently to combine.
  3. Serve at room temperature or chill if desired.