12 Buckwheat Groats Recipes

Have you ever wondered what to do with buckwheat groats? Perhaps you’ve had a buckwheat pancake or bread made with buckwheat flour, but there’s a lot more you can do with this grain when you use it whole.
Despite its name, buckwheat is actually part of the rhubarb plant family and is not related to wheat. It’s naturally gluten-free and has many health benefits. Buckwheat is also high in protein, magnesium, copper, iron and various B vitamins.
The following recipes are great ways to use more of this healthy, versatile grain.