Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Medley

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Medley
370 min.
6
275kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Medley! This wholesome dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a celebration of healthy eating. Perfect for vegetarians and vegans alike, this medley is a nourishing side dish that brings together the earthy flavors of wheat berries, hulled barley, and wild rice, creating a symphony of textures and tastes.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as these grains slowly cook to perfection, absorbing the rich flavors of vegetable broth, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon peel. The addition of green onions and garlic adds a delightful punch, making this dish a standout at any meal. Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty main course or enjoying it as a light, nutritious meal on its own, this medley is sure to impress.

With a cooking time of just 4 to 6 hours in your slow cooker, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Each serving is packed with 275 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that fuels your body with essential nutrients. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to savor the deliciousness of this Three-Grain Medley!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup wheat berries uncooked
  • 0.5 cup quick-cooking barley hulled uncooked
  • 0.5 cup rice wild uncooked
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup soybean oil melted
  • teaspoons lemon zest shredded finely
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 28 ounces vegetable stock canned
  • ounces pimientos diced undrained

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories275kcal
Protein9.82%
Fat30.89%
Carbs59.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40
Glycemic Load
6.27
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.109565102536%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.39mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.52kcal
13.73%
Fat:9.74g
14.99%
Saturated Fat:1.46g
9.11%
Carbohydrates:42.06g
14.02%
Net Carbohydrates:35.13g
12.77%
Sugar:2.1g
2.34%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:535.8mg
23.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.96g
13.93%
Vitamin K:71.73µg
68.31%
Fiber:6.94g
27.75%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.83%
Vitamin C:15.45mg
18.73%
Vitamin A:809.73IU
16.19%
Iron:1.85mg
10.29%
Phosphorus:101.83mg
10.18%
Magnesium:40.23mg
10.06%
Selenium:6.86µg
9.8%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.05%
Zinc:1.23mg
8.23%
Copper:0.16mg
7.89%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.99%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.6%
Folate:24.92µg
6.23%
Potassium:157.32mg
4.49%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.1%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.8%
Calcium:28.64mg
2.86%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.14%