Wheat Berry Salad with Dried Apricots

Elevate your salad game with the nutty, chewy goodness of wheat berries in this vibrant Wheat Berry Salad with Dried Apricots! Packed with contrasting textures and bold flavors, this hearty salad combines sweet, tender dried apricots, crunchy toasted pecans, and a bright lemon-honey dressing for a refreshing twist on a classic grain salad. Finely diced red onion and fresh parsley add a burst of color and aromatic freshness, making it the perfect side dish or light meal. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and the wholesome chewiness of wheat berries as the star ingredient, this healthy salad is a great make-ahead option for potlucks, lunches, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a wholesome and satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1 cup pecans
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wheat berries under cold running water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the wheat berries and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 60 minutes, or until the wheat berries are tender but still chewy.

Step 3

While the wheat berries are cooking, dice the dried apricots into small pieces. Roughly chop the pecans and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the parsley.

Step 4

Once the wheat berries are cooked, drain any excess water and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wheat berries, diced apricots, toasted pecans, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy your healthy and delicious Wheat Berry Salad with Dried Apricots!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1527.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2159.8

Total Fat 117.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1234.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.3g
Protein 45.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.6mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2572.8mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 45.4%