Wheat Berries with Mixed Vegetables Recipe

Name: Wheat Berries with Mixed Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wheat berries; 1 quart water; 1 small head broccoli (3/4 pound), cut into small florets (3 1/2 cups); 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh oregano; 1 large summer squash, quartered lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices; 1/2 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup wheat berries
1 quart water
1 small head broccoli (3/4 pound), cut into small florets (3 1/2 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh oregano
1 large summer squash, quartered lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Bring wheat berries and the water to a boil; reduce heat.
2
Simmer until tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
3
Drain.
4
Meanwhile, prepare an ice-water bath.
5
Fill another pot with water, and bring to a boil.
6
Cook the broccoli until bright green and crisp-tender, 1 to 2 minutes.
7
Transfer to the ice bath, and let cool.
8
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low.
9
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
10
Raise heat to medium, and add the tomatoes, oregano, squash, eggplant, and 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); season with pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 15 minutes.
11
Add broccoli and wheat berries, and continue to cook just until heated through, about 3 minutes more.
12
Serve immediately.
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(Per Serving)
14
Calories: 141
15
Saturated Fat: .3g
16
Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
17
Cholesterol: 0mg
18
Carbohydrates: 26.8g
19
Protein: 5.9g
20
Sodium: 277mg
21
Fiber: 6.3g

171

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup wheat berries, 1 quart water, 1 small head broccoli (3/4 pound), cut into small florets (3 1/2 cups), 2 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Wheat Berries with Mixed Vegetables falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wheat Berries with Mixed Vegetables

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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