Wheat Berry Caviar

Transform your appetizer game with this savory and nutritious Wheat Berry Caviar, a plant-based twist on traditional caviar. This unique recipe combines the hearty texture of wheat berries, simmered to perfection in vegetable stock, with a zesty marinade of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and fresh dill. Minced shallots and a hint of lemon juice add an aromatic depth, while a pop of black pepper completes the flavor profile. Chilled to allow the flavors to meld beautifully, this dish is a standout for entertaining, perfect served on crackers, toasted baguette slices, or even as part of a chic appetizer platter. Packed with whole grains and vibrant seasonings, this elegant yet easy-to-make dish is both a conversation starter and a delicious bite for your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Wheat berries
• 3 cups Vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Minced shallot
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh dill
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pinch Sea salt
• 1 optional Crackers or toasted baguette slices (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wheat berries under cold water to remove any debris.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the wheat berries and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45–50 minutes, or until the wheat berries are tender but still chewy. Drain any remaining liquid and allow the wheat berries to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced shallot, lemon juice, dill, black pepper, and sea salt to create the dressing.

Step 5

Add the cooked wheat berries to the bowl and toss to coat the grains evenly with the dressing.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and absorb into the wheat berries.

Step 7

Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve chilled on crackers, toasted baguette slices, or as a savory component to a larger appetizer platter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(810.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	565.0

Total Fat 24.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3200.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.2mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1488.1mg	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: 37.7%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 50.0%