Mixed Grain Tabbouleh Salad


Mixed Grain Tabbouleh 1 cup quinoa 1 cup pearl barley 1 cup wheat berries (or faro, or spelt) 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1 cup chopped fresh mint 1.5 cups chopped fresh parsley (flat leaf preferred) 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 large English cucumber, peeled and diced 6 green onions, thinly sliced 2/4 cup extra virgin oil ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cook each grain separately in 2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and bring to a boil. Turn heat to low; simmer quinoa 20 minutes, barley 35 minutes, and wheat berries 55 minutes, or until water is absorbed and grains are tender. Let sit, covered, 15 minutes. Combine grains in a bowl and allow to cool. (Grains may be cooked up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated. Stir in lemon juice and remaining ingredients. Makes 8 t0 10 servings. Cut recipe in half for 4-5 servings.