Summer Spelt Medley

Spelt is a high-fiber grain packed with protein. Toss it with garden-fresh vegetables for a nutritious salad.


Summer Spelt Medley

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Servings: Makes 6 to 8 servings
Related Categories: Salad, Vegetable Salad, Vegetarian

 
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Ingredients
  • 1-1/2 cups
    uncooked spelt
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    water
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  • 3/4 cup
    chopped red sweet pepper
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  • 3/4 cup
    chopped seeded cucumber
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  • 1/2 cup
    shredded carrots
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  • 1/2 cup
    sliced radishes
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  • 1/4 cup
    sliced green onions
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  • 2/3 cup
    low-fat mayonnaise
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  • 2 tablespoon
    lemon juice
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1/8 teaspoon
    cayenne pepper
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Directions
1.
In a medium saucepan, combine spelt and enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 1 hour or until tender. Drain well and place spelt in a large bowl.
2.
Add sweet pepper, cucumber, carrots, radishes, and green onions to spelt; stir to combine. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add to spelt mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
3.
Makes 6 to 8 servings

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 278, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 272 mg, Carbohydrate 41 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 7 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 68%, Calcium 2%, Iron 12%. Exchanges: Vegetable .5, Starch 2.5, Fat 1.5. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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