If you are looking for an interesting way to include einkorn wheat in your menu, this recipe is a great option. Cooked einkorn grains are combined with vegetables, aromatic spices, and cheese, then baked until a golden crust forms.

Baked einkorn with vegetables and cheese is a delicious, filling, and easy-to-prepare dish that can be served either as a main course or as a side dish.

Ingredients

250 g einkorn grains
1 onion
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 carrot
2 tomatoes (or 200 g canned tomatoes)
150 g white cheese (sirene/feta style)
2 eggs
3 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp savory (chubritsa)
Pinch of black pepper
Salt to taste
500–600 ml water

Instructions

Wash the einkorn grains thoroughly and soak them for a few hours, preferably overnight. 
Drain the einkorn and boil it in salted water until tender. This usually takes about 30–40 minutes, depending on the grain. 
Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the finely chopped onion, carrot, and peppers. 
Add the tomatoes, paprika, savory, and black pepper. Cook for a few more minutes. 
Add the cooked einkorn and mix well with the vegetables. 
Transfer the mixture to a suitable baking dish. 
Crumble the cheese over the top. 
Beat the eggs and pour them evenly over the einkorn mixture. Bake in an oven preheated to 190°C for about 20–25 minutes, until the dish develops an appetizing golden crust. 
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips for delicious baked einkorn

For an even richer flavor, you can lightly sauté the pre-cooked einkorn in a little butter or olive oil. Suitable additions include mushrooms, zucchini, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.

If you prefer a moister dish, add a few more tomatoes. For a crispier crust, leave the baking dish in the oven for an additional 5 minutes using the top heating element.

Benefits of eating einkorn

Einkorn is an ancient grain that can be part of a varied diet. The grains contain fiber, protein, and minerals, and their distinctive texture makes them suitable for salads, side dishes, soups, and main courses.

Conclusion

Baked einkorn with vegetables and cheese is a wonderful way to prepare something different using whole einkorn grains. The recipe is easy, aromatic, and filling, while the vegetables and cheese give the einkorn an even richer flavor.