Wheat Berry Salad

🛒 Ingredients

• Wheat Berries (dry) 180 g · 650 kcal
• Cucumber 200 g · 30 kcal
• Cherry Tomatoes 150 g · 27 kcal
• Red Bell Pepper 150 g · 45 kcal
• Red Onion 50 g · 20 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 30 g · 10 kcal
• Fresh Mint 10 g · 5 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 60 g · 530 kcal
• Lemon Juice 30 g · 6 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 7 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Rinse wheat berries thoroughly under cold water; then combine them with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a medium pot.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until tender but still chewy; drain any excess liquid and let cool.
3. While wheat berries are cooking, finely dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion; roughly chop the fresh parsley and mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled wheat berries, diced vegetables, and chopped herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine everything well.
6. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor; enjoy as a side dish or a light main course.