Spelt Salad

🛒 Ingredients

• Cooked Spelt 150 g · 176 kcal
• Cherry Tomatoes 50 g · 9 kcal
• Cucumber 30 g · 5 kcal
• Red Onion 15 g · 6 kcal
• Yellow Bell Pepper 20 g · 5 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 5 g · 2 kcal
• Fresh Mint 3 g · 2 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 10 g · 88 kcal
• Lemon Juice 7 g · 2 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Rinse the spelt under cold water; cook it in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 20-25 minutes. Drain thoroughly and let it cool completely.
2. While the spelt cools, finely dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and yellow bell pepper. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice to create the dressing.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled spelt, diced vegetables, and fresh herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then toss gently to combine.
5. Serve the spelt salad immediately or chill for flavors to meld before serving.