Did you know the Italian word for barley is orzo? With a nutty, toasted grain flavor, Bio Alberti orzo is incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, it can add chewy texture to just about any broth-based soup, transform a green salad into a satisfying meal, or be swapped into a rice dish for an extra-nutritious upgrade, our favorite is with
dried porcini mushrooms.
Barley is the grain with the lowest glycemic impact; it contributes to bone health and is considered beneficial for brain functioning. And in case you needed a reason to eat more of this mighty little grain, it cooks up quickly with no soaking required!
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In addition to orzo, Bio Alberti also produce chickpeas, cicerchie (wild chickpeas), black beans, borlotti beans, cannellini beans, farro dicocco, farro monococco, and lentils.
