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Wheat Berry Greek Salad

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  • Vegetarian VEGETARIAN
ACTIVE TIME: 15 MIN
TOTAL TIME: 1 HR PLUS OVERNIGHT FOR SOAKING
SERVES: 6
This healthy grain salad is perfect for taking on a picnic because it’s mayonnaise-free and great at room temperature.
ingredients
  • 1 cup wheat berries, soaked overnight and drained
  • 1 cup diced seedless cucumber
  • 3/4 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced feta cheese
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
directions
  1. In a large saucepan, cover the wheat berries with water and bring to a boil. Cover the saucepan and simmer over low heat until the wheat berries are tender but still chewy, about 45 minutes. Drain well and let stand until cool.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wheat berries with the cucumber, tomatoes, feta cheese, scallion, olive oil, lemon juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Recipe by Melissa Rubel