Wheat Berry Greek Salad

• Recipe by Melissa Rubel

This healthy grain salad is perfect for taking on a picnic because it’s mayonnaise-free and great at room temperature.

Ingredients

1. 1 cup wheat berries, soaked overnight and drained
2. 1 cup diced seedless cucumber
3. 3/4 cup halved grape tomatoes
4. 1/2 cup diced feta cheese
5. 1 scallion, thinly sliced
6. 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
7. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8. 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
9. 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.