Apple Pomegranate and Wheat Berry Salad
Add a burst of color and nutrition to your table with this Apple Pomegranate and Wheat Berry Salad, a delightful blend of textures and flavors perfect for any occasion. Tender, nutty wheat berries form the hearty base, paired with crisp, juicy apples, ruby-red pomegranate seeds, and earthy baby spinach. Toasted walnuts and creamy crumbled feta add irresistible richness and crunch, while a bright, zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey ties it all together. Packed with wholesome ingredients and ready in just over an hour, this make-ahead salad is not only stunning but also incredibly versatile—ideal for health-conscious lunches, family gatherings, or as a vibrant side dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 3 cups water
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 whole apple (medium, any crisp variety like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.25 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the wheat berries under cold water, then place them in a medium pot with 3 cups of water and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Step 2
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 50-60 minutes, or until the wheat berries are tender but still slightly chewy.
Step 3
Drain the cooked wheat berries and let them cool to room temperature.
Step 4
While the wheat berries cool, core and dice the apple into bite-sized pieces. If desired, toss the apple pieces lightly in a bit of lemon juice to prevent browning.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled wheat berries, diced apple, pomegranate seeds, baby spinach, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.
Step 9
Serve immediately or refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1382.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1737.7 |
| Total Fat 78.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 53.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1348.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 221.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.6g | |
| Protein 48.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 509.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1530.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories