Wheat Berries With Pancetta, Roasted Butternut Squash, And Pepitas Recipe

Name: Wheat Berries With Pancetta, Roasted Butternut Squash, And Pepitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 2 cups wheat berries; 1/4 pound pancetta, cut into 1/4 inch cubes; 1 cup leftover roasted butternut squash; 1/3 cup pepitas, toasted; 2 cups chopped lacinato kale; 1 shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

Salt
2 cups wheat berries
1/4 pound pancetta, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup leftover roasted butternut squash
1/3 cup pepitas, toasted
2 cups chopped lacinato kale
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the wheat berries and cook until just tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and store in a container in the fridge.
2
The day of: In a saute pan, cook the pancetta over medium heat until browned. In a large bowl, toss the pancetta, butternut squash, pepitas, and kale with the wheat berries-mix gently.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together the shallot, the vinegars, and the mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, allowing the dressing to emulsify as you go. Taste and adjust the seasoning until you like it.
4
Pour the dressing over the wheat berry salad, and gently toss to coat. Let sit 30 minutes before serving.

625

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 2 cups wheat berries, 1/4 pound pancetta, cut into 1/4 inch cubes, 1 cup leftover roasted butternut squash, and more.

Yes, Wheat Berries With Pancetta, Roasted Butternut Squash, And Pepitas 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.

Wheat Berries With Pancetta, Roasted Butternut Squash, And Pepitas

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