Pear Walnut Wheat Berry Salad is a colorful and flavorful blend of healthy and delicious ingredients. With its base of hearty wheat berries, crisp pears, crunchy walnuts, and tangy dressing, this salad is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It's a great option for lunch or dinner, and it's also a fantastic side dish for holiday meals. Whether you're a seasoned salad maker or just starting, this recipe is easy to follow and can be tailored to suit your dietary preferences. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's make some Pear Walnut Wheat Berry Salad!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WHEAT BERRY SALAD
This hearty salad is bursting with harvest flavors and healthful omega-3s. The chewy wheat berries, sweet-tart dried cherries and crunchy walnuts make a winning combination.-Nancy Lange, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place wheat berries in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, about 1 hour or until tender. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Cool completely., Add celery, cherries, walnuts, parsley and green onion to wheat berries. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper until blended; add to salad and toss to coat. If desired, serve over greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CRANBERRY-PECAN WHEAT BERRY SALAD
I love to experiment with different grains and wanted to give wheat berries a try. My whole family goes nuts for this salad, especially my mom. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook wheat berries according to package directions; drain and cool. Meanwhile, combine the next 5 ingredients; add wheat berries. Whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 15g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
RASPBERRY PEAR SALAD WITH GLAZED WALNUTS
The sweet and tart tastes of this spectacular salad both surprise and please the palate. A raspberry vinaigrette ties everything together. -Diana Neves, Lafayette, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small heavy skillet over low heat, stir honey and sugar until sugar is melted; add walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until nuts are toasted. Spread on foil to cool., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, raspberries, cheese and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BERRY WALNUT SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In the bottom of a mixing bowl blend the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon rind and juice; season to taste with salt and pepper. Blend in the walnuts, wheat berries, celery, bell pepper, apple and adjust the seasoning. Serve over lettuce.
PEAR WALNUT WHEAT BERRY SALAD
This is a recipe I created using wheat berries which is a healthy alternative to rice. It's also easy to substitute different nuts or fruit depending on what you have on hand.
Provided by Tami Regan
Categories Grain Salads
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water and wheat berries to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the wheat berries are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Drain any excess water and cool.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spread walnuts onto a baking sheet.
- Bake walnuts in the preheated oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and cool.
- Whisk canola oil, raspberry wine vinegar, raspberry preserves, mustard, oregano, and black pepper together in a bowl until vinaigrette is smooth. Measure 1/2 cup vinaigrette and store remaining vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for another use.
- Combine wheat berries, walnuts, pear, Gorgonzola cheese, cranberries, and green onions in a large bowl. Drizzle 1/2 cup vinaigrette over wheat berries mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 194.3 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
PEAR WALNUT WHEAT BERRY SALAD
This is a recipe I created using wheat berries which is a healthy alternative to rice. It's also easy to substitute different nuts or fruit depending on what you have on hand.
Provided by Tami Regan
Categories Grain Salads
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water and wheat berries to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the wheat berries are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Drain any excess water and cool.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spread walnuts onto a baking sheet.
- Bake walnuts in the preheated oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and cool.
- Whisk canola oil, raspberry wine vinegar, raspberry preserves, mustard, oregano, and black pepper together in a bowl until vinaigrette is smooth. Measure 1/2 cup vinaigrette and store remaining vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for another use.
- Combine wheat berries, walnuts, pear, Gorgonzola cheese, cranberries, and green onions in a large bowl. Drizzle 1/2 cup vinaigrette over wheat berries mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 194.3 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
PEAR WALNUT WHEAT BERRY SALAD
This is a recipe I created using wheat berries which is a healthy alternative to rice. It's also easy to substitute different nuts or fruit depending on what you have on hand.
Provided by Tami Regan
Categories Grain Salads
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water and wheat berries to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the wheat berries are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Drain any excess water and cool.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spread walnuts onto a baking sheet.
- Bake walnuts in the preheated oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and cool.
- Whisk canola oil, raspberry wine vinegar, raspberry preserves, mustard, oregano, and black pepper together in a bowl until vinaigrette is smooth. Measure 1/2 cup vinaigrette and store remaining vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for another use.
- Combine wheat berries, walnuts, pear, Gorgonzola cheese, cranberries, and green onions in a large bowl. Drizzle 1/2 cup vinaigrette over wheat berries mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 194.3 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
Tips:
- When choosing pears for this salad, look for ripe but firm fruits. Avoid pears that are too soft or bruised.
- To toast the walnuts, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until they are fragrant and slightly browned.
- If you don't have any cooked wheat berries on hand, you can use quinoa or farro instead.
- To make a vinaigrette, simply whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- For a more flavorful salad, try using a flavored vinegar, such as balsamic or red wine vinegar.
Conclusion:
This pear, walnut, and wheat berry salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and the combination of sweet pears, crunchy walnuts, and chewy wheat berries is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, give this one a go. You won't be disappointed.
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