Mediterranean Diet Barley Porridge
This warm and hearty barley porridge combines creamy whole milk with the natural sweetness of dates and honey, complemented by banana slices and crunchy walnuts. It's a wholesome and nutritious breakfast inspired by Mediterranean flavors, perfect for starting your day with a touch of indulgence and health.
Equipment
- Large pot with a lid
Ingredients
- Pearl barley – 1 cup 200 g
- - Whole milk – 3 cups 720 ml
- - Dried dates – ¼ cup 40 g, pitted and chopped
- - Honey – ¼ cup 75 g
- - Small bananas – 2 peeled and sliced
- - Walnuts – ¼ cup 25 g, chopped
Instructions
- Combine the pearl barley, whole milk, and chopped dates in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the barley is tender and the mixture has thickened, remove the pot from heat.
- Stir in the honey until fully incorporated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with banana slices and chopped walnuts.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey to taste.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- This porridge is best enjoyed warm, but leftovers can be reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- This porridge is best enjoyed warm, but leftovers can be reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
Calories: 452kcalCarbohydrates: 84.5gProtein: 13.7gFat: 9.1g
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