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
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Justin Noel
[email protected]I tried this salad and it was just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to make it again.
Bantawa Suwash Rai
[email protected]This salad is a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother making it.
Zana Artsu
[email protected]I found this salad to be bland and uninspired. I would not recommend it.
Latonia Hemmingway
[email protected]The wheatberries in this salad were undercooked. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.
Dabanger Ashirafz
[email protected]This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less cranberries or adding some chopped walnuts or almonds for a more savory flavor.
Deepak R magar
[email protected]I'm not a fan of goat cheese, but I still enjoyed this salad. The wheatberries and cranberries are a great combination.
kasra safari
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover wheatberries. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.
Md Gamer
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The wheatberries are a nice change from the usual rice or pasta salad.
Krista Marion
[email protected]This salad is delicious! The wheatberries are chewy and flavorful, the cranberries add a nice tartness, and the goat cheese adds a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again.
Tavies Dupont
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of wheatberries, but this salad changed my mind. The wheatberries are cooked perfectly and they have a great texture. The cranberries and goat cheese are a great addition.
Fvg Alam
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of sweet and savory. The goat cheese adds a nice tanginess that really brings the dish together.
Wendey Williams
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The wheatberries were a nice change from the usual rice or pasta salad.
Big Al Reiter
[email protected]This wheatberry salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The wheatberries are chewy and nutty, the cranberries add a tart sweetness, and the goat cheese adds a creamy richness. I highly recommend this recipe!