Pressure cooked grain salad with artichokes and tomatoes

 
          Pressure Cooked Grain Salad with Artichokes and Tomatoes
 
 Recipe By     : Cooking Under Pressure, copyright 1989
 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Grain
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    4      cups          cooked grains -- * see note
    1      cup           marinated artichoke hearts -- coarsely chopped
      1/4  cup           sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil -- finely minced
      3/4  cup           tightly packed minced fresh basil -- or
                         coriander(cilantro) -- or
                         parsley
      1/4  cup           olive oil (up to 1/3 c) -- * see note
      1/4  cup           lemon juice -- or more
                         salt and pepper -- to taste
                         ***garnish***
                         Greek olives -- optional
 
 serves 6
 
 *follow directions for pressure cooking specific grain used.  See Charts
 *try rice, pearl barley, Job's Tears, or quinoa.
 *cool cooked grain to room temperature before proceeding
 *for a different flavor, include 1-2 tablespoons of the artichoke or sun-dried 
 tomato marinating oil in place of an equivalent amount of olive oil.
 
 In a large bowl or storage container, combine the ingredients and toss to blend
  thoroughly.  Adjust seasonings and serve immediately, or chill until needed.  
 Garnish with olives, if desired.
 
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