Wheatberry salad with dried cranberries and goat cheese is a simple, yet delicious and nutritious dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Wheatberries, an ancient grain, are packed with fiber, protein, and antioxidants, while dried cranberries add sweetness and tang, and goat cheese provides a creamy richness. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can put together a wheatberry salad that's sure to please everyone at your table.
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WHEATBERRY SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND GOAT CHEESE
A wheatberry is the whole wheat kernel. You can grind it to make flour, but if you boil it like a bean, you're left with a delicious whole grain that has a nutty flavor and pops in your mouth when you eat it. This simple wheatberry salad from Kim Quay, the owner of Comfort Food, a catering and prepared food business in Morrisville, Pa., is made with dried cranberries, sautéed red onion, carrots and celery then tossed with a light mustard vinaigrette. For a vegan version, omit the goat cheese.
Provided by Tara Parker-Pope
Categories dinner, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the wheatberries and their soaking water in a large pot. Add salt to taste, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer one hour or until the grains are tender and beginning to splay. Turn off the heat, and allow the wheatberries to sit in the hot water for another 15 minutes. Drain and chill.
- Prepare the vinaigrette. Place all vinaigrette ingredients except oil in food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, then slowly add in oil to emulsify.
- Sauté the onion, carrot and celery with the olive oil in a sauté pan. When vegetables are soft, remove from the heat and mix with cooked wheatberries. Add dried cranberries and toss with dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in serving dish and crumble goat cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 542, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams
APPLE, CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Provided by Celia Barbour
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toss pepitas with olive oil and salt in a bowl. Spread on baking sheet and toast in oven until golden and popped, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. Place pepitas and cranberries in bottom of a salad bowl.
- In another bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, vinegar and zest, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
- Thinly slice each apple quarter crosswise, and add to salad bowl. Add lettuce and dressing, and toss to mix. Crumble cheese over salad and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 256, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 267 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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.
WHEAT BERRIES WITH STRAWBERRIES AND GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the wheat berries: In a large saucepan, combine the wheat berries, chicken broth, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot and cook until the wheat berries are tender, 60 to 70 minutes. Drain the wheat berries in a colander and set aside to cool, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a salad bowl.
- For the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, olive oil, orange zest, agave nectar, mint leaves, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour the dressing over the wheat berries and add the strawberries, goat cheese, and walnuts. Toss until all the ingredients are coated.
- Cook's Note: To toast the walnuts, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 6 to 8 minutes until lightly toasted. Cool completely before using.
WHEAT BERRY SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES
Ellie Krieger's recipe from Food Network. It's the closest I can find to the wheatberry salad I've had from the deli at Whole Foods, which is to die for! This has tons of 5 star reviews on FN's website. Posting for safekeeping!
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories Grains
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot combine the wheat berries and enough water to come 2 inches over the wheat berries. Bring to a boil and cook uncovered for 1 hour, or until tender. Drain and let cool. Toast the nuts in a medium dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the wheat berries, walnuts, celery, dried cherries, scallions, parsley, olive oil and lemon juice. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked wheat berries or cook them ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- If you don't have dried cranberries, you can use raisins or chopped dried cherries instead.
- For a vegan version of this salad, use a plant-based goat cheese or omit it altogether.
- To make this salad a heartier meal, add some cooked chicken, salmon, or tofu.
- This salad is best when served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Wheat berry salad with dried cranberries and goat cheese is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of whole grains. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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