Healthy Wheat Berry and Shrimp Salad with Thai Vinaigrette

Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Healthy Wheat Berry and Shrimp Salad with Thai Vinaigrette is a vibrant dish that's equal parts nourishing and flavorful. Tender, nutty wheat berries form the hearty base, while juicy shrimp and a medley of crisp vegetables like red bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot bring color and crunch. The star of the dish is the aromatic Thai-inspired vinaigrette—a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red chili flakes that perfectly balances sweet, salty, and spicy notes. Garnished with fresh cilantro and optional sesame seeds, this protein-packed salad is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or an impressive side at your next gathering. Ready in under an hour and served chilled, it’s a refreshing way to enjoy bold Thai flavors in a healthy and satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Wheat berries
• 12 large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wheat berries under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine wheat berries with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until tender but chewy. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Meanwhile, prepare the shrimp. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and cooked through. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the cooled wheat berries, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, cilantro, and green onions.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes, sesame oil, and olive oil to create the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the wheat berry mixture and toss to combine. Add the cooked shrimp and gently toss again.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1198.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1635.2

Total Fat 50.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.0g
Cholesterol 351.5mg	0%
Sodium 5215.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 87.5g	0%

Vitamin D 321.9IU	0%
Calcium 455.6mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 3494.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.5%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 53.0%