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Wheat Berry and Apple Salad

This whole-grain side dish offers crunch with a refreshing taste.
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Course: Salad
Preparation: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Refrigerate: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
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
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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.