Vegetarian Freekeh Pilaf with Vegetables — a healthy halal recipe with 310 calories and 11g protein per serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup freekeh, rinsed
- 1 onion, 2 carrots, 1 zucchini, 1 cup cauliflower
- 2 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp allspice, ½ tsp cinnamon, salt & pepper
- 2¼ cups vegetable broth
- Fresh parsley and mint, toasted almonds
Instructions
- 1Heat oil and sauté onion 4 min. Add garlic, carrots, and spices; cook 2 min.
- 2Add freekeh and stir 1 min. Pour in broth, bring to boil.
- 3Reduce heat, add remaining vegetables, cover and simmer 20-25 min until freekeh is tender. Fluff and garnish with herbs and nuts.
Nutrition Per Serving
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310 kcal | 11g | 52g | 8g | 9g |
Nutrition values are estimates.
Halal Note: Ensure all ingredients used are halal-certified. Always verify product labels before purchasing.