Wheat Berry Salad with Red and Green Onions Recipe

Wheat Berry Salad with Red and Green Onions Recipe

  • 1 cup wheat berries
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 green onions, minced
  • 1 carrot, peeled, chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  1. Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add wheat berries, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Drain.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add red onion; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Add 4 tablespoons oil, then vinegar; whisk to blend.
  3. Toss wheat berries, green onions, carrot and bell pepper in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  4. Available at natural foods stores.
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