Looking for a refreshing side dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious? Try this Wheat Berry and Apple Salad! Packed with whole-grains and fresh ingredients, this salad offers a delightful crunch with a refreshing taste.
Wheat Berry and Apple Salad
This whole-grain side dish offers crunch with a refreshing taste.
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Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 cups finely chopped apple (skin on)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp canola oil
- 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp apple juice
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 2 tsp finely minced fresh ginger
Instructions
- In glass or ceramic bowl, place wheat berries. Cover with 2 inches (5 cm) water and let sit overnight in refrigerator to soften. In morning, drain water. Place berries in small saucepan, add salt and 3 cups (750 mL) water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for about 45-55 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water and place berries in large mixing bowl.
- Add celery, apples, mint and green onion and stir to combine.
- In small bowl, whisk canola oil, vinegar, apple juice, honey and ginger together. Pour over salad. Flavors improve if salad is refrigerated for up to 4 hours prior to serving.
Nutrition Facts
Wheat Berry and Apple Salad
Serving Size
175 mL
Amount per Serving
Calories
154
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
0
g
0
%
Cholesterol
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
166
mg
7
%
Potassium
117
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
27
g
9
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.