Grain salad with Beemster Old

Main course. 6 persons. Preparation 35 min.

Ingredients

• 225 g yellow beets                                                                             
• 225 g red beets                                                                                 
• 3 tbsp olive oil                                                                                          
• 200 g farro (or spelt)                                                                         
• 200 g quinoa                                                                                         
• 1 bunch of radishes, thinly sliced                        
• 1 container (25-30 pieces) of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 70 g pomegranate seeds
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 225 g grated Beemster Old
• Fresh herbs/sprouts to garnish

Kitchen Stuff

• Baking paper

Prepare

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Peel the beets, cut them in half (cut large beets into quarters) and thinly slice the halves. Place the beet slices on a baking sheet lined with baking paper and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 25-30 min, or until the beets are soft.
2. Bring a pan of water to a boil and cook the farro for 20 min. After 10 min, add the quinoa. Drain and and rinse cold under running water.
3. Combine the grains, beets, radishes, tomatoes and pomegranate seeds in a large bowl. Add 2 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice and toss to combine. Sprinkle with grated cheese and herbs.

Preparation tip

If you can't get pomegranate seeds, you can also use grapes for a sweet twist.

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