Grain and Corn Salad

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Serves 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Recipe ingredients

1 cup pearled grains, such as farro, spelt, freekah or a mixture

Salt

½ cup fresh or frozen corn kernels

2 tablespoons minced red onion

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 ripe tomatoes, diced

¼ cup shaved pecorino Romano cheese

3 tablespoons minced fresh herbs such as basil, chives, parsley, cilantro or a mixture

Freshly ground black pepper

Recipe directions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the grains. Boil until tender yet still toothsome, 20-25 minutes. Add the corn and cook for 5 more minutes. Drain.
  2. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the onion and vinegar with ½ teaspoon salt.

Add the drained grains to the bowl, followed by the remaining ingredients. Serve at any temperature.

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