Best 7 Feta Wheat Berry Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our feta wheat berry salad recipes, bursting with flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover a medley of vibrant ingredients, from hearty wheat berries and tangy feta to crisp cucumber and refreshing mint, all harmoniously combined in a symphony of flavors.

Explore variations of this versatile salad, including a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired version featuring sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives, a refreshing Greek rendition with juicy watermelon and zesty lemon-herb dressing, and a hearty autumn harvest salad brimming with roasted butternut squash and earthy roasted chickpeas.

Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic feta wheat berry salad, ensuring a delightful culinary adventure. Embark on a culinary voyage and savor the vibrant flavors of these delectable creations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WHEAT BERRY SALAD



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h38m

Yield 6 servings, serving size 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups hard wheat berries
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup tart dried cherries, chopped
1 scallion, white and green parts, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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 walnuts 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.

WHEAT BERRY SALAD



Wheat Berry Salad image

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

1-1/2 cups wheat berries
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 green onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Mixed salad greens, optional

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.

FETA WHEAT-BERRY SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Herb     Olive     Onion     Side     Feta     Cucumber     Bell Pepper     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wheat, spelt, or rye berries (available at natural foods stores)
1/2 cup diced Feta (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup julienne strips of seedless cucumber
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup julienne strips of drained bottled roasted red pepper
1/4 cup mixed minced fresh herbs such as parsley, mint, and dill plus herb sprigs for garnish
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped pitted brine-cured black olives
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 garlic clove, minced dried hot red pepper flakes to taste

Steps:

  • In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the wheat berries for 1 hour, or until they are tender, and drain them. In a large bowl stir together the wheat berries, the Feta, the onion, the cucumber, the oil, the roasted pepper, the minced herbs, the lemon juice, the vinegar, the olives, the cumin, the garlic, the red pepper flakes, and salt to taste and garnish the salad with the herb sprigs.

WHEAT-BERRY SALAD



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This vegetarian dish is refrigerated overnight so the flavors can develop.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups wheat berries or pearl barley
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
4 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small fennel bulb, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 celery stalks, cut into 1/4-inch dice
6 scallions, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Cover wheat berries with cold water by 2 inches in a large saucepan. Cover; bring to a boil. Uncover; reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 40 minutes. Drain; transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour in oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Drizzle over wheat berries; toss.
  • Add fennel, cucumbers, celery, scallions, and parsley; toss. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours. Bring to room temperature.

FETA, WHEAT BERRY SALAD



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Another favorite wheat salad. Reminds me of a Greek salad. Everyone loves this. Have been asked MANY times for the recipe. Adapted from a recipe in "The Best of Gourmet 1994". Sometimes I'll add more dressing if it absorbs it all. Might be yummy with some marinated artichokes too. I like to use the basil and sun-dried tomato variety of Feta.

Provided by charlie 5

Categories     Grains

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wheat berries
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup red onion, minced
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, diced
1/4 cup bottled roasted red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup pepperoncini pepper, chopped
1/4 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, mint, thyme & basil)
1 -2 tablespoon kalamata olive, pitted, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Pick over the wheat berries and remove any foreign bits. Rinse and add the wheat berries to boiling salted water. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 1 hour or until tender. Drain and cool.
  • Stir together the wheat berries, feta, onion, cucumber, roasted pepper, pepperocini, herbs, olives and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice and vinegar.
  • Mix everything together and garnish with fresh herbs.

WHEAT BERRY SALAD WITH FRUIT & FETA



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Hearty, flavorful and filling. My husband and I were both suprised at how delicious this was. The included ingredients really give a full, complete flavor to the dish. I compiled this after reading through several recipes and not being satisfied. This would be a great side dish, but we eat it as a one-dish meal.

Provided by leithead

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups hard red wheat berries
1/2 cup dried cherries
1 cup roasted almonds
2 medium apples, peeled and cut into bite size pieces
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/2 cup orange juice (zest and juice of one orange)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup golden raisin
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 -4 tablespoons herbs, of your choice (can leave out)

Steps:

  • Starting with about 7 Cups of water, boil wheat for 1 hour, keeping the water level about an inch above the wheat. (You will need to add water periodically.).
  • Roast Almonds by baking on a cookie sheet or pan at 400* for 10 minutes, stirring/flipping after 5 minutes. Set aside to cool, then chop to desired size.
  • Peel and cut apples, finely grate orange zest, juice orange (chunks in the juice are okay.).
  • When wheat is done boiling (it should have a tender, rubbery consistency), drain and rinse with cold water. Drain well.
  • My feta was herb-soaked in a garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, dill mix. It adds a lot to the salad.
  • Mix everything together. You can serve it right away, but it gets even better the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 212.7, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 18.4, Protein 7.2

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right wheat berries. For this salad, you'll want to use hard red wheat berries. They have a chewy texture and nutty flavor that holds up well in a salad.
  • Cook the wheat berries properly. Rinse the wheat berries before cooking and then cook them according to the package directions. Be sure not to overcook them, or they will become mushy.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and flavorful feta cheese.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. This salad is a great base for experimentation. Try adding different vegetables, fruits, or nuts. You can also change up the dressing to suit your taste.

Conclusion:

Feta wheat berry salad is a healthy, delicious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a side dish. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this feta wheat berry salad a try.

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