Healthy Recipes using Spelt
Spelt and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad combining nutty spelt and protein-rich quinoa, tossed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette and seasonal vegetables.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked spelt, quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and serve chilled.
Spelt Flour Pancakes with Berries
Fluffy pancakes made with spelt flour, topped with fresh berries and a drizzle of honey for a wholesome breakfast.
- 1 cup spelt flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries)
- In a bowl, mix spelt flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey, almond milk, and egg.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then cook on a hot skillet until bubbles form, flipping to brown both sides. Serve with berries.
Spelt and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A colorful stir-fry featuring spelt and a medley of fresh vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and ginger for a quick, healthy meal.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat, then add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot, sautéing until tender.
- Stir in the cooked spelt, soy sauce, and ginger, mixing well.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then serve hot.
Spelt and Lentil Soup
A hearty and nutritious soup combining spelt and lentils, packed with vegetables and flavored with herbs for a comforting dish.
- 1 cup spelt
- 1 cup green lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add spelt, lentils, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils and spelt are tender.
Spelt Pizza with Veggie Toppings
A healthy homemade pizza crust made from spelt flour, topped with fresh vegetables and a light tomato sauce.
- 2 cups spelt flour
- 1 packet yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- In a bowl, mix spelt flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add warm water and olive oil, kneading until smooth.
- Let the dough rise for 30 minutes, then roll out and place on a baking sheet.
- Spread tomato sauce, add vegetables and cheese, and bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes.
Spelt Berry Bowl with Yogurt
A nutritious breakfast bowl featuring spelt, topped with yogurt, fresh fruits, and a sprinkle of nuts for added crunch.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup mixed berries
- 2 tablespoons almonds, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- In a bowl, layer the cooked spelt as the base.
- Top with Greek yogurt, banana slices, mixed berries, and chopped almonds.
- Drizzle with honey before serving.
Spelt and Chickpea Burgers
Delicious and protein-packed burgers made from spelt and chickpeas, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1 can chickpeas, drained
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- In a bowl, mash chickpeas and mix in cooked spelt, onion, breadcrumbs, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Form into patties and heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Spelt and Apple Muffins
Moist and wholesome muffins made with spelt flour and fresh apples, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go.
- 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup grated apple
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, mix spelt flour, honey, almond milk, egg, grated apple, baking powder, and cinnamon until combined.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Spelt Tabouli with Mint and Parsley
A fresh and vibrant tabouli salad made with spelt instead of bulgur, packed with herbs and a light lemon dressing.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mint, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- In a large bowl, combine cooked spelt, parsley, mint, tomato, and cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and serve chilled.
Spelt and Sweet Potato Hash
A hearty breakfast hash featuring spelt and sweet potatoes, sautéed with onions and spices for a filling start to your day.
- 1 cup cooked spelt
- 1 sweet potato, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and add sweet potato, cooking until tender.
- Add onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in cooked spelt, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes before serving.