Jodi Moreno - Grains as Mains

Perfect for spring or summer, these muesli pots replace the traditional oats with wheat berries that add a delicious nutty flavor and texture.

A healthy breakfast dish that feels like a treat. The spelt adds a nutty flavor and a crunchy, chewy texture to the oats that complement the sweet and savory mixture of soft fruit and mixed nuts.

Rich in whole grains, these deliciously savory muffins make a perfect start to your day. Serve the muffins with eggs, bacon, and avocado for a filling and hearty breakfast.

The subtle combination of millet and teff flour creates fluffy, nutty waffles that are also gluten-free. The refreshing coconut milk yogurt neatly complements the tangy sweet potatoes, making this tasty breakfast dairy-free as well.

Buckwheat makes an incredible gluten-free flour and is even kinder on your digestion when soaked overnight. These fluffy and wholesome pancakes are perfectly paired with a cherry almond sauce.

The perfect breakfast on the go or handy snack, these sweet, chewy, and wholesome bars feel like a treat, but pack a big nutritional punch and will keep you full all morning.

This British classic is given a whole grain twist with the addition of barley. Use other berries instead of strawberries, depending on the season.

Start the day off right, with a warm bowl of sweet porridge topped with syrupy caramelized bananas.

This popular Mexican breakfast is given a hearty and healthy touch with the use of the nutrient-rich super-grain sorghum in place of the more usual rice. The spicy salsa and salty Manchego cheese are the perfect accompaniments.

A hearty and filling portion in every slice, this traditional Italian omelette is really nutritious and is given a brand new feel and taste with the inclusion of super-food kamut.

Sweet and bursting with fruit flavor, this banana bread benefits from the added millet, which provides it with a crunchy, nutty texture, as well as whole-grain goodness.

Simple to make, these classic scrambled eggs with ham and cheese get an extra vibrancy from the vegetables and farro, making it a complete meal that is perfect for a leisurely family breakfast.

This rich spiced porridge made with teff is like fall in a bowldont just save it for Halloween!

Something a bit different for breakfast, this light salad is full of flavor matched with creamy Greek yogurt.

These tender breakfast muffins are made with nutty wholesome amaranth and dotted with ripe, sweet blueberries. Perfect when served warm with your morning coffee or even a glass of juice.

Crisp and tart apples and sweet apple juice combine with tender freekeh for a delicious and warming breakfast.

For the sweet-toothed, this delicious variation on granola is the perfect start to the day.

These crpes are based on the traditional Breton galette. The combination of fruit, cheese, and salty meat is a great blend of flavors and textures.

This tasty quiche uses amaranth flour for a delicious gluten-free and vegan crust and is ideal for a healthy and filling brunch. For best results, use artichokes that have been preserved in oil instead of canned in water or brine.

A vibrant and soothing soup, the contrasting flavors of the beet and tangy yogurt sauce are perfectly paired with the buckwheat for an ideal lunch or light dinner.

This gorgeous green soup is made extra creamy with the dairy-free addition of cannellini beans. The wholesome wheat berries give this soup an added heartiness and texture.

This refreshing soup is also full of goodness. Packed with flavor, it makes the best of fresh spring vegetables and wholesome sorghum and can be enjoyed on a warm or cool day alike.

This light and creamy chilled soup is enhanced with the addition of the nutty flavored and protein-packed quinoa. Quick and easy to prepare, it makes the perfect summer lunch.

This tangy version of the classic tomato soup is given a nutritional boost with the use of farro.

Creamy and rich sweet potatoes and chipotle chiles are perfectly combined for a spicy twist to this popular soup.

Keep some dried mushrooms and barley in your pantry so you can prepare this easy soup without much effort. Bursting with the flavors of dried herbs and white wine, it is filling enough to eat on its own and is an excellent winter soup.

This sweet and spicy soup contains a hint of peanut and is inspired by the flavors of West African cuisine. The addition of teff gives the dish a light, earthy flavor and a unique texture.

The sweet and earthy flavor of orange-fleshed butternut squash shines through in this chunky soup, pepped up by just a hint of ginger and cinnamon. You can enjoy a bowl of this warming soup on the chilliest of fall days.

Lentils are one of the healthiest pulses, providing a great source of protein and iron. This lightly spiced warming soup also benefits from the flavor of the kamut and is perfect for cold winter days.

This delicious combination of root vegetables, winter greens, and fluffy, wholesome barley makes a filling dish and a truly comforting meal on a cold winter day.

Using a good-quality chicken, preferably a free-range one, and making the stock from scratch will really ensure that you get the best flavor in this soup, which is boosted by the addition of the herbs.