Jeweled Mixed Grain Salad With Fruit And Herbs From Standards Of Excellence'S Chef Rachelle Boucher

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   1. In a large pot with a lid, bring 5 cups of water, the soaked, drained wheat berries and 1 teaspoon of Kosher salt to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add brown rice, return to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Gently simmer until grains are tender, about 50 minutes. Note: Wheat berries will remain slightly firm. Drain and add to large bowl and toss in dried fruit while grains are still warm. At the same time, in a medium pot bring 3 cups of water, black rice, half a teaspoon of salt to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 30-40 minutes. Drain and rinse very well, add to bowl.

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   2. Toss grains with nut oil, sherry vinegar, orange zest and orange juice. Cool to room temperature.

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   3. Add in green onions, parsley, mint, salt and pepper. Taste salad. Add salt, oil, vinegar or herbs as needed to suit your taste. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until needed. Just before serving, garnish with nuts, extra chopped herbs or additional items.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.