THREE-GRAIN SALAD

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Wheat berries, rice and barley add whole-grain goodness to a super side.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked wheat berries
1/3 cup uncooked long-grain brown rice
1/2 cup uncooked hulled or pearl barley
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, if desired
1 medium unpeeled eating apple, chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons grated red onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat water and wheat berries to boiling. Reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in brown rice and barley. Cover; simmer about 50 minutes longer or until grains are tender. Drain if necessary.
  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  • In large bowl, mix cooked grains and remaining salad ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss. Cover; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 11 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 30 g, TransFat 0 g

Nigel Griffiths
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This salad is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner.


Taffy's Keys
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I love that this salad is so customizable. I added some chopped walnuts and dried cranberries, and it was delicious.


Rian Rabe (Nekkies)
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled vegetables.


Hamza Jani
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I've never had a grain salad before, but this one is definitely a winner. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Ali hussnain Tabbasum Ali hussnain Tabbasum
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I'm not a huge fan of grains, but this salad changed my mind. The grains are so flavorful and satisfying.


Cosmos Anthony Havim
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sandhya Chaudhary
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The dressing is just the right amount of tangy.


Naqeeb Sajid
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The grains in this salad are perfectly cooked. They're tender but still have a little bit of bite to them.


darcie faith
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's perfect for potlucks or picnics.


GTF MUSHFIQ
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can easily customize it to your own liking by adding or omitting different ingredients.


Yb Champ
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grains and vegetables.


Leba Talemaitonga
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Akash Magar
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I love that this salad is packed with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.


Aaron Demone Ryan Ajalu Epiangu
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The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the grains and vegetables.


Shero Chatha
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this salad was to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Suleman Alam
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This salad is a colorful and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion.