Moroccan Wheat Berry Salad

Author: Johnson & Wales University
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Ingredients

1 cup wheat berries (whole wheat)
1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/4 inch
1 can water chestnuts (8-10), drained and diced 1/4 inch
1/2 cup red onion, diced 1/4 inch
1 teaspoon cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots, diced
1/2 cup golden raisins

Dressing:
2 lemons, juiced
2 oranges, juiced
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon honey
Salt, pepper and cayenne pepper to taste


Directions

Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add wheat berries, cover and simmer over low heat until tender, about 1 hour. Check periodically, adding more water if necessary.

Drain and rinse with cold water. Drain again.

Whisk all ingredients for dressing. Toss with wheat berries and remaining salad ingredients. Test for seasoning. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.