I like about a 2:1 ratio of veggies to wheatberries, but my mom likes more of a 1:1 ratio. Below is an example of the veggies that I usually try but feel free to add whatever you like. It really is a recipe that you can customize and add what you like.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup hard winter wheatberries
- Kosher salt
- 1 cup finely diced red onion (1 onion)
- 6 tablespoons good olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 scallions, minced, white and green parts
- 1 red bell pepper, small diced
- 1 green bell pepper, small diced
- 1 cucumber, deseeded and diced
- 1 package grape or cherry tomatoes
- 1 carrot, small diced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Place the wheatberries and 3 cups of boiling salted water in a saucepan and cook, uncovered, over low heat for approximately 45 minutes, or until they are soft. Drain.
Saute the red onion in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat until translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the remaining 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar.
In a large bowl, combine the warm wheatberries, sauteed onions, scallions, chopped veggies, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper. Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes for the wheatberries to absorb the sauce. Season, to taste, and serve at room temperature.
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