Healthy Summer Recipe Guide
KAMUT ® Brand Khorasan Wheat Broccoli and Cherry Tomato Pasta Salad Makes 6-8 servings HERB MIXTURE: • • • •
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil leaves 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint leaves 1 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
DRESSING: • • • • •
2 cloves garlic, peeled 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk 1/2 cup 2% low-fat cottage cheese 1 Tbs fresh lemon juice 1 Tbs red wine vinegar
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1 Tbs balsamic vinegar 1 Tbs exta virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
SALAD: • • • •
2 cups cooked KAMUT® wheat pasta 3 cups small broccoli florets 1 1/2 cups sliced button mushrooms 2 cups cherry tomatoes, havled
• 1/2 cup shallots, minced • 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
Not your typical pasta salad. The nutty, buttery flavor of the KAMUT速 wheat pasta combined with a fresh herb mixture and crisp, fresh broccoli and tomatoes delivers a lot of flavor and texture. Combine all the ingredients of the herb mixture together and reserve 3 tablespoons. Set remaining herb mixture aside. For the dressing, place the 3 tablespoons of herb mixture in a food processor. Drop the 2 garlic cloves through the food chute with the food processor on and process until minced. Add cottage cheese and next five ingredients. Process till smooth. Stir in the feta. To prepare salad, steam the broccoli, covered for 3-4 minutes, should still be crisp. Cool and combine with all the remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour over the dressing and toss well.
KAMUT ® Brand Khorasan Wheat Orange, Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad Makes 4-6 servings SALAD: • 1 cup KAMUT® wheat berries • 1/4 cup golden raisins • 1 large orange: peeled, remove pith and cut into 1/2” segments • 2 small fresh red chilies finely chopped • 1 shallot finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cup coarsely chopped, toasted walnuts • 1 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese • 3 Tbs finely chopped fresh parsley • Salt and pepper to taste
DRESSING: • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice • 1 tsp orange zest • 1 Tbs fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive • 2 Tbs honey
A colorful and zesty salad, bursting with flavor and a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats and fish. Soak the KAMUT® wheat berries overnight in 3 cups of water, drain, put into a saucepan and cover with water (at least 2” higher than the KAMUT® wheat berries) bring to a boil , reduce to a low heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. The KAMUT® wheat berries should be tender but still slightly chewy. Drain and cool. Assemble and toss together in a serving bowl the KAMUT® wheat berries, golden raisins, orange segments and shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, put all the dressing ingredients into a jar with a lid and shake until well blended. Drizzle over salad and gently toss, then sprinkle with the walnuts, blue cheese and parsley.
KAMUT ® Brand Khorasan Wheat Sweet and Spicy Avocado and Carrot Salad Makes 4-6 servings SALAD: • • • • •
1 cup KAMUT® wheat berries 4-5 large carrots 1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 1/2-1 tsp chipotle powder 1 avocado
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds • 1 Tbs freshly chopped cilantro for topping • Salt and pepper to taste
DRESSING: • 1 Tbs fresh squeezed lime jucie • 1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil • 1 Tbs honey
A simple, yet flavorful vegetarian/vegan salad. A delightful sweet, spicy and creamy mix of fresh cool avocado, chipotle roasted carrots and a lightly honey sweetened dressing. Soak the KAMUT® wheat berries overnight in 3 cups of water, drain, put into a saucepan and cover with water (at least 2” higher than the KAMUT® wheat berries) bring to a boil, reduce to a low heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. The KAMUT® wheat berries should be tender but still slightly chewy. Drain and cool. Preheat the over to 375 degrees. Peel the carrots and cut into ½” slices. Toss with a tablespoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of chipotle powder (for more heat add more). Put into a shallow roasting pan and roast until carrots are tender, but still have a slight crunch—about 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool. Remove avocado from skin and dice into ½” pieces. Toss together the KAMUT® wheat berries, roasted carrots, avocado and sunflower seeds and season with salt and pepper. Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil and honey. Drizzle over the salad and lightly toss. Top with the chopped cilantro.
KAMUT ® Brand Khorasan Wheat Baby Spinach Salad with Orange-Pepper Dressing Makes 2 servings SALAD: • • • •
1/2 cup KAMUT® wheat berries 3-4 handfuls of baby spinach 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 2 oz crumbled feta cheese
DRESSING: • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice • 1/4 cup walnut oil
• 2 Tbs honey • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes • salt and pepper to taste
Very easy, very healthy, side salad with simple fresh ingredients. Makes a great side salad for casual dining and can easily be a main dish salad with the addition of chicken or shrimp. Soak the KAMUT® wheat berries overnight in 2 cups of water, drain, put into a saucepan and cover with water (at least 2” higher than the KAMUT® wheat berries) bring to a boil, reduce to a low heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. The KAMUT® wheat berries should be tender but still slightly chewy. Drain and cool. Assemble and toss all the salad ingredients. Put all the dressing ingredients into a jar with a lid and shake until well blended. Drizzle over salad and toss well.
For more information and recipes about KAMUT速 Brand Khorasan Wheat please visit Kamut.com or feel free to email Lauren Verini at Lauren@adinnyc.com