ITALIAN WHEAT BERRY SALAD

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If you aren't familiar with wheat berry, it's a healthy whole-grain that pairs great with most salad ingredients. This recipe is Italian-inspired, topped with tomatoes, basil and fresh feta!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked wheat berries
2 large tomatoes, chopped (2 cups)
1/4 cup chopped dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese (1 oz)
Fresh basil sprigs, if desired
2 tablespoons low-sodium vegetable juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped shallot
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat water and wheat berries to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 60 to 70 minutes or until wheat berries are tender but still chewy. Drain.
  • In small bowl, stir all dressing ingredients with whisk until blended. In medium bowl, toss wheat berries, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and chopped basil. Pour dressing over mixture and mix well. Cover; refrigerate 1 to 3 hours to blend flavors.
  • Divide salad evenly among 4 plates or bowls. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese. Garnish with basil sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Andy Orco
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste.


Balkiss Anjorin
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I'm not a fan of sun-dried tomatoes, but I still enjoyed this salad.


Sabbir Rifat
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Jimmy Ross
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's light and flavorful.


Durga Bhadur
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This salad is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet.


Morgan Jeff
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I'm not a fan of wheat berries, but I loved this salad.


Walter Ming
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or roasted vegetables.


Whitney Lagergren
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfectly.


Felipe Guachiac
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This salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy wheat berries.


Muhsin Bahago
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of whole grains.


Nmesomma Frank
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweet roasted red peppers and tangy sun-dried tomatoes are a perfect match.


Jamal JamalAhmad
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Toby Hjerte
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Meta Bevc
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I also like that it can be served warm or cold.


Monalisa Thandolwenkosi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes. I also added some grilled chicken to make it a more substantial meal.


The Krilled
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious this salad was. I'm not usually a fan of wheat berries, but they were cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The dressing was also very flavorful, with a nice balance of tanginess and sweetness.


Shahab Jameel
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This Italian Wheat Berry Salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The chewy wheat berries, sweet roasted red peppers, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and briny olives come together perfectly. I love the addition of fresh herbs, which brighten u