We're So Into Freekeh and Teff (Move Over Quinoa!)

These grains have game. Freekeh, a wheat that is harvested when it's still young and green then roasted, boasts tons of protein and minerals, plus twice as much fiber as quinoa. Teff is a Middle Eastern grain that packs a punch with calcium, iron, protein and essential amino acids. We've rounded up 10 must-try recipes that will make you forget all about quinoa.

May 15, 2014 · 1 min · 107 words · Mary Choi MD

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Just add a latte!

So colorful, so yummy.

Lebanse Freekeh

Figs, sour cherries and feta cheese?

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Mix up this fancy Freekeh Lebanese Fig Salad fromFood to Glowfor your next dinner party.

Your guests will leave impressed and full.

We’re loving this artichoke recipe from foodie masterDavid Lebovitz.

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Teff Porridge

A childhood favorite breakfast (because who didn’t love porridge growing up?)

Swiss Chard and Feta Tart

Bake up a hearty tart with this recipe fromThe Flour Sack.

Don’t skimp on the the sweet stuff with these Chocolate, Banana and Teff cupcakes fromCannelle et Vanille.

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We’ll take two, yo!

Chia Teff Salad

We found your next fresh desk lunch!

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