In this culinary adventure, we're taking you on a journey to explore the delightful flavors of a Wheat Berry Salad with Cranberries. This vibrant salad combines the nutty texture of wheat berries with the tartness of cranberries, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. As we embark on this recipe, we'll unveil the secrets behind cooking wheat berries to perfection, ensuring a tender yet toothsome bite. We'll also discover the art of achieving a tantalizing vinaigrette that elevates the salad's overall taste. Along the way, we'll uncover variations of this versatile dish, including a vegan version that caters to those with dietary restrictions. So, prepare your taste buds for a delightful escapade as we navigate the world of Wheat Berry Salad with Cranberries.
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WHEAT BERRY SALAD
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories side-dish
Time 1h38m
Yield 6 servings, serving size 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 9
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.
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
WHEAT BERRY SALAD
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
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.
WHEAT BERRY SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES
Ellie Krieger's recipe from Food Network. It's the closest I can find to the wheatberry salad I've had from the deli at Whole Foods, which is to die for! This has tons of 5 star reviews on FN's website. Posting for safekeeping!
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories Grains
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
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 nuts 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.
WHEATBERRY SALAD
Steps:
- Place the wheatberries and 3 cups of boiling salted water in a saucepan and cook, uncovered, over low heat for approximately 45 minutes, or until they are soft. Drain.
- Saute the red onion in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat until translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the remaining 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar.
- In a large bowl, combine the warm wheatberries, sauteed onions, scallions, red bell pepper, carrot, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper. Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes for the wheatberries to absorb the sauce. Season, to taste, and serve at room temperature.
WHEAT BERRY SALAD WITH APPLES, CRANBERRIES AND MINT
I love wheat berries and am posting a few recipes from books, websites and friends on Zaar for everyone's use. This one came from "everyday food storage" website. This is my version. Plan ahead, wheat berries must soak overnight and this time is not included with the prep or cooking time in the recipe.
Provided by Garlic Chick
Categories Grains
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 side servings, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cover the wheat berries with water and soak overnight.
- The next day place the wheat berries with 8 cups of water in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender, uncovered.
- Drain and refrigerate until completely cooled.
- Combine wheat berries with apples, mint, shallot, cranberries.
- Whisk together oil, orange juice, vinegar, coriander, and cinnamon.
- Pour over wheat berry salad, stir to combine.
- Top with feta if using.
- Serve.
Tips:
- Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
- Cook the wheat berries according to the package instructions. Be sure to rinse them thoroughly before cooking.
- Let the wheat berries cool completely before assembling the salad. This will help prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
- Chop the vegetables into small pieces. This will make them easier to eat.
- Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will overpower the flavor of the wheat berries and vegetables.
- Serve the salad immediately. Wheat berry salad is best when served fresh.
Conclusion:
Wheat berry salad is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also a good source of antioxidants. This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck, and it is also a great way to use up leftover wheat berries.
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