Farro Salad with Asparagus and Parmesan
A light and delicious way to get your whole grains. Perfect salad for picnics, baby or bridal showers or just because!
Vegetarian Mexican Rice
This flavored rice is a local favorite in San Antonio.
Simple Savory Quinoa
A savory side dish, tasty yet simple, with carrots, celery, onions and quinoa. I always cut my veggies really small, more like mincing because I don't like chunky veggies. It is always optional to cut this small. This would probably taste great with rice as well.
Lentil and Buckwheat Salad
This yummy, whole grain and protein-rich salad is a great lunch, side dish, or potluck item. It can be eaten warm or cold, alone, or on top of a mixed green salad with tomatoes.
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Barley Risotto Primavera
Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this risotto uses barley instead of rice for an extra nutritional punch. This is a hearty and filling meat-free alternative to the usual skillet meals.
Soft Polenta with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Polenta should be served soft from the pot, or chilled and then pan-fried. Wild mushrooms, cheese, fresh herbs, and olives are good additions to this grain. If you can get a hold of it, try ricotta salata in place of the Parmesan cheese. If you don't want to use quinoa, you can simply use an equivalent amount of cornmeal in its place.
Pecan Rice
Pecans sauteed with onion, parsley, basil and ginger make plain brown rice come to life with rich, nutty flavor.
Vegan Curried Millet
Delicious curry dish that is sure to satisfy. If you like your curries spicy, feel free to add crushed red pepper or ground cayenne to taste.
Quinoa and Black Beans
Very flavorful alternative to black beans and rice. Quinoa is a nutty grain from South America.
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Italian Rice Balls
These are served with Italian dinners as a side, like a bread. They're great with sauce and pasta dishes.
Spanish Rice II
Rice is sauteed with onion and green bell pepper, and then simmered with water, chopped tomatoes and spices.
Potato Cake
Potato cakes are great for breakfast. Mashed potato cakes with a cheese surprise in the middle.