Name: Wheat Berry Salad with Red and Green Onions
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wheat berries*; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped red onion; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 3 green onions, minced; 1 carrot, peeled, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 cup wheat berries*

6 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup finely chopped red onion

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

3 green onions, minced

1 carrot, peeled, chopped

1/2 red bell pepper, chopped

Preparation

Step 1
Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add wheat berries, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Drain.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add red onion; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Add 4 tablespoons oil, then vinegar; whisk to blend.
Step 3
Toss wheat berries, green onions, carrot and bell pepper in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
Step 4
*Available at natural foods stores.

TagsSalad Pilaf Wheat Berry Rice & Grains Red Onion Onion Root Vegetable Vegetable Scallion Carrot Side Dinner Nut Free Dairy Free Vegetarian Vegan Easy Make Ahead Weeknight Meals Simmer Bon Appétit

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