Name: Freekeh Salad with Chicken and Kale
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small garlic clove, finely grated; 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1 cup freekeh; Kosher salt; 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 12 ounces total); Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 bunch Tuscan kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn; 1 medium kohlrabi, peeled, cut into matchsticks; 4 radishes, thinly sliced; Shaved Asiago cheese and chopped fresh chives (for serving)

If you can't find freekeh, use another whole grain, like spelt or rye berries.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

Dressing:

1 small garlic clove, finely grated

2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Salad and assembly:

1 cup freekeh

Kosher salt

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 12 ounces total)

Freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 bunch Tuscan kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn

1 medium kohlrabi, peeled, cut into matchsticks

4 radishes, thinly sliced

Shaved Asiago cheese and chopped fresh chives (for serving)

Preparation

For dressing:
Step 1
Whisk garlic, cheese, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in cream and oil; season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
For salad and assembly:
Step 3
Cook freekeh in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until al dente, 20–25 minutes; drain, shaking off water. Spread out on a baking sheet; let cool.
Step 4
Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until browned and cooked through, 6–7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate; let cool slightly, then shred with 2 forks.
Step 5
Combine chicken, freekeh, kale, kohlrabi, and radishes in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper. Top salad with cheese and chives.

Recipe information

Ingredients

Dressing:

Salad and assembly:

Preparation

For dressing:

Step 1

Step 2

For salad and assembly:

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Recipe notes