6 Whole Grain Recipes

Whole grains like quinoa, buckwheat, farro, millet, barley and brown rice are not only healthful and versatile, they're also delicious! Try them in these recipes and see for yourself.

By Melissa Clark | Photography by Con Poulos

TEX-MEX BROWN RICE CHILI

You can easily pack additional fiber in soup, stew and chili recipes like this one by using brown rice.

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QUINOA CAKES WITH HAM, ONION AND CHARD

Even if you've never cooked with quinoa before, it's a cinch to shape it into patties and turn out these appetizers.

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BUCKWHEAT-AND-BASIL FRITTATA

Mix in hearty buckwheat to your favorite egg-based dishes like quiches, omelets or this vegetable frittata.

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FARRO MAC 'N' CHEESE WITH BACON

You'll never miss the macaroni in this updated classic, which we swapped out for low-calorie, high-protein farro. For an extra crispy crust, sprinkle cooked farro on top before baking.

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BARLEY RISOTTO WITH GARLIC SPINACH AND MASCARPONE

Using buttery, chewy barley in place of arborio rice adds texture to this risotto.

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SPICED MILLET PUDDING WITH DRIED CHERRIES

Millet is great at enhancing flavors: Use it to bring out the cardamom and cinnamon in this dessert.

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