WHEAT BERRY SALAD

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Whole grain wheat berries add a nutlike flavor and a pleasantly chewy texture to this vegetable salad - a hearty side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked wheat berries
3 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, soak wheat berries in water 30 minutes.
  • Heat berries and water to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to low; partially cover and simmer 55 to 60 minutes or until wheat berries are tender. Drain; rinse with cold water.
  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
  • In large serving bowl, toss wheat berries, salad ingredients and dressing. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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