Millet Pilaf

Looking for a gluten-free grain that provides protein and fiber?  Try millet.  Millet is a staple grain in many Asian and African countries and can be used as an alternative to rice.  Since millet is gluten-free, it is used in flatbreads rather than rising breads. 

In this side dish, the millet is used as the grain, like you would couscous.  Tossed with feta, almonds, and parsley, Millet Pilaf is a flavorful and hearty side dish. 

Millet Pilaf

Serves 6

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

4 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green portions separated

2 cups cooked and cooled millet

1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds

4 ounces feta crumbles

1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper

In a medium skillet, add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and the thinly sliced white portions of 4 scallions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the thinly sliced green portions of 4 scallions, then transfer to a large bowl with 3 cups cooked and cooled millet, 4 ounces feta crumbles, 1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds, 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.