Spanish Wheat Berry Salad Recipe

Name: Spanish Wheat Berry Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Tbs. olive oil, divided; 1 1/2 cups wheat berries, rinsed and drained; 1 Tbs. sherry vinegar; 1 Tbs. lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.); 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup); 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds; 1/4 cup chopped shallots; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 cup (1 oz.) shaved Manchego cheese or Pecorino Romano cheese, optional

Servings: persons

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Heat 1 Tbs.
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oil in 6-qt.
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pressure cooker over medium-high heat.
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Add wheat berries, and saute 5 minutes, or until toasted.
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Add 4 1/2 cups water.
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Lock lid in place.
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Bring to high pressure over high heat.
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Reduce heat, and cook 30 minutes.
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Release pressure using automatic pressure release, or carefully transfer cooker to sink, and run cool water over rim of lid.
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Remove lid, tilting away from you to let steam escape.
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Drain wheat berries.
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Whisk together remaining 5 Tbs.
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oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic in large bowl.
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Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Add wheat berries, bell pepper, almonds, shallots, and parsley, and toss to combine.
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Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Sprinkle with cheese, if using.

1431

kcal

Calories

157

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Tbs. olive oil, divided, 1 1/2 cups wheat berries, rinsed and drained, 1 Tbs. sherry vinegar, 1 Tbs. lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spanish Wheat Berry Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spanish Wheat Berry Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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