A peek Into My Kitchen:Spelt Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Spelt is full of energy and good stuff stuff (in fact, it’s one of Dr. Oz’s recommended energy foods.) dont be scared of making it–if you know how to make rice, you can make spelt.

Spelt Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

1 cup uncooked spelt, soaked overight

1/4 cup dried currants or raisins

1 cup thinly sliced celery

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup shelled edamame

1/4 cup minced onion or shallot

1 Tbsp orange zest

2-3 Tbsp orange juice

2 tsp rice wine vinegar, champagne or white wine vinegar

2 Tbsp olive oil

1. Place soaked spelt with one cup of water in a pot. Bring to a boil.

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A peek Into My Kitchen: Quinoa with Black Beans

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Quinoa is just one of those amazing foods–it's easy to make, kid friendly and incredibly healthy.  It's high in fiber, protein, iron, folate, potassium, magnesium and low in fat.  Really, how could you go wrong?

If not rinsed well before cooking and flavored properly, quinoa can have a pretty funky taste.  Season it right, though, and you won't be able to stop eating it!

Quinoa with Black Beans

1 tsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 1/2 tsp minced garlic

3/4 cup raw quinoa, rinsed wll

1 tsp cumin

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

1 Tbsp lime juice

1 small can corn or 1 cup frozen defrosted or fresh corn

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