You know the comforting thud of a spoonful of oatmeal on a winter morning? What is the summer equivalent? Whole grains make you feel mellow as they raise your blood sugar more slowly than less complex carbohydrates. Jessica Porter, in The Hip Chick’s Guide to Macrobiotics: A Philosophy for Achieving a Radiant Mind and a Fabulous Body calls grain the superfood, delivering “sustained mental energy”. You know we need that in every season.
Grains are generally plain-tasting yet nutritionally powerful, so they are a good vehicle for almost any vegetable or seasoning. They combine well with nuts for added protein. And cooked grains last several days refrigerated, so you can save time by cooking them once and using them in different combinations over several days. Experiment with the grains barley, brown rice, quinoa, and amaranth. They all have cooking times (on the package) of 20-50 minutes. Here’s one salad to get you started:
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