Name: Freekeh with Basil-Cilantro Pesto and Grilled Pineapple Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups freekeh; 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple (about 1 small pineapple, sliced into 1-inch chunks); 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into about 1-inch square pieces; 1 small red onion, both ends chopped off and then sliced into wedges no wider than the bell pepper pieces; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Optional but recommended: 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, for garnishing (omit for vegan/dairy free meal); 1/3 cup raw pepitas (green pumpkin seeds); 1/2 cup packed fresh basil; 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro (or more basil); 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 medium lime, juiced); 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil