Organic millet grain is very good for you because it’s rich in nutrients and doesn’t contain bad fats. This food contains fiber, a variety of minerals, and quite a bit of protein (over 6 grams in a cup of cooked millet). Therefore it’s good for athletes, bodybuilders, and vegans.

Cooked organic millet grain has only 1.7 grams of total fat. 48.7 mg of that are omega 3 essential fatty acids. Eating foods rich in dietary fiber is associated with numerous health benefits. Organic millet seed definitely falls into that category as it contains 2.3 grams in a cup. It also has only 0.2 gram of sugar in a serving and no starch.

Surprisingly, organic millet seed contains quite a few antioxidants. Therefore, you can enjoy this grain while on a detox program. The best news is that the pleasant flavor of millet can improve some of the less tasty ‘green cleansing’ cocktail recipes. It will also make your salads more filling.

Organic Millet Nutrition Data

Compared to whole grains, organic millet seed is a rather nutritious product, particularly rich in B vitamins. It will give you a good portion of niacin, thiamin, and folate, all essential for a healthy diet.

Mineral-wise, even cooked organic millet provides rather significant amounts of:

1. Manganese
2. Magnesium
3. Phosphorus
4. Copper
5. Zinc
6. Iron

It also has trace amounts of calcium and selenium.

Is Organic Millet Gluten-Free?

Organic millet is gluten free and safe to use in any meal plan. Due to the low glycemic index and a comparatively small number of calories, it’s one of the healthiest food choices among grains.

Well-cooked organic millet cereal tastes creamy, nutty, and heavenly. The grain itself has a mild pleasant flavor that goes will with anything. You can add millet to both sweet and savory dishes and it will help make them amazing.

Note that some organic millet seeds will cook faster than others. This means that the final product will be partially soft and fluffy and partially more ‘whole’. This unique texture actually makes millet more interesting from the culinary point of view.

Many Ways to Enjoy Organic Millet Daily

Organic millet grain is extremely versatile, which is one of its main benefits. Use it to make:

• Morning porridge.
  Flavor it with cinnamon and honey and add some nuts and dried fruits for taste and nutrition. This morning cereal is so good, you won’t be getting back to rolled oats for a long time.
• Baked millet with spinach, eggs, and cheese.
  If you aren’t a vegan, cook ½ cup millet, then toss it with a cup chopped spinach. Put into an oiled ramekin and pour 4 eggs whisked with spices over millet-spinach mixture. Cover with cheese and bake for 20 minutes.
• Pilaf-style organic millet to go with everything.
  Use organic millet as a substitute for any whole grain in a recipe. It cooks much faster and will allow you to enjoy pilaf-style dishes as often as you want.
• Baked goods with dry millet.
  Simply add some dry organic millet seed to cookies, granolas, and breads for a tasty crunch.
• Grain salads.
  Add cooked millet to any salad and make a nutritious and tasty lunch.
• Polenta-like creamy porridge.
  Cook your millet with more water and let it cool in a pan. This way you’ll get millet ‘polenta’ that you can cut and fry to make croquettes. Serve them with sweet or savory sauces depending on your mood.
• Vegan millet burgers.
  Mix cooked millet with some cooked chickpeas and spices. Mash everything in a blender. Shape burgers with your hands, toss them in flour, and toast on either side until golden. Enjoy fresh or freeze to use later.
• How to Cook Organic Millet Grain?
• A cup of raw dry organic millet seed will yield about 3 ½ cups of cooked grain. Depending on the result you seek, you can use 2 or 3 cups of water. The latter will allow you to make a creamy organic millet cereal that will be perfect for breakfast. Note that you’ll need to stir it more frequently when cooking and fluff it up nicely in the end.If you want to enjoy organic millet grain as a side dish, salad ingredient, etc., use this recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup organic millet seed
• 2 cups water or broth
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or more to your taste)
• 1 tablespoon butter (or a vegan alternative)

Instructions:

1. Toast dry millet in a large saucepan for about 5 minutes. This will enhance the aroma and flavor of the grain. Stir frequently so that it doesn’t burn.
2. Pour water into the saucepan, add salt, and stir thoroughly.
3. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to the lowest setting. Add butter and stir gently. Cover the pot and let simmer for 15 minutes.
   NOTE: peek into the saucepan rarely and only stir your millet the tiniest bit. Uncovering the pot and stirring too vigorously will damage the tiny seeds and ruin the texture of your dish.
4. Remove the pan from heat (still covered) and let it stand undisturbed for 10 more minutes.
5. Fluff up cooked millet with a fork and serve warm.

Organic Millet Storage Guide

If you buy Food To Live Organic Millet bulk, you should store it in a cool and dry place, secured in an airtight container. Like all dry grains, it keeps well for months.