Wheat Berry (Or Farro) And Lima Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Wheat Berry (Or Farro) And Lima Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups wheat berries or whole spelt (farro); 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (herb or garlic flavored); 2 minced garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 seeded and chopped cucumber (large); 1 cup frozen lima beans (thawed); 1 seeded and chopped tomato (large); 1 seeded and chopped red bell pepper (med); 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped of fresh mint; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

5 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups wheat berries or whole spelt (farro)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (herb or garlic flavored)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 seeded and chopped cucumber (large)
1 cup frozen lima beans (thawed)
1 seeded and chopped tomato (large)
1 seeded and chopped red bell pepper (med)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped of fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

1
Bring water and first 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
2
Add the wheat berries or spelt; return to boiling.
3
Reduce heat and simmer, covered 45 to 60 minutes or until tender and drain.
4
Rinse with cold running water and drain again.
5
Or - in a large saucepan soak spelt in water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the refrigerator for 6 to 24 hours. Do not drain, bring to boiling, reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes or until tender.
6
Transfer wheat berries or spelt to a large bowl.
7
Add lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper - toss to combine and let stand 15 minutes.
8
Stir in the cucumber, lima beans, tomato, sweet pepper, olive oil, mint and basil.
9
Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 3 days.

445

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Carbs

Protein

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 cups wheat berries or whole spelt (farro), 1/4 cup lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Wheat Berry (Or Farro) And Lima Bean 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!

Wheat Berry (Or Farro) And Lima Bean Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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