Genevieve's Freekeh Salad with Apricot and Almonds

1 cup cracked freekeh
Simmer w/2.5 c. filtered water until liquid is completely absorbed
Allow freekeh to cool completely before adding other ingredients (you can add thechopped dried apricots and they will absorb some of the moisture while the grain cools)

1/2 cup sliced almonds – roasted in a frying pan until lightly brown
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
1/3 cup chopped chives

for dressing:
1/8 cup good quality apple cider vinegar
½ tbsp grade B maple syrup (1 ½ teaspoons)
½ tbsp powdered ginger (1 ½ teaspoons)
1/4 cup grape seed oil (you can substitute olive oil)
Salt to taste

Dress salad and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes so that it can be absorbed

Serve on a bed of lettuce or on top of endive leaves (freekeh salad boats).