Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole sorghum, rinsed and drained
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup dried sprouted lentils, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme, sage and parsley

Method

  • Bring the sorghum and 3 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the sorghum is tender and the water is absorbed, 50 to 60 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, put the lentils in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover by about 3 inches; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 25 to 30 minutes; drain.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the celery and onion and cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic; cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the cooked lentils; season with some salt and pepper.
  • Add the lentil mixture, spinach and herbs to the sorghum; toss to coat.
  • Serve.