AUTUMN BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND WHEAT BERRY SALAD

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The orange vinaigrette adds just the right pop to the glorious Fall flavors of squash, red wheat berries and cranberries.

Provided by palousebrand

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups hard red winter wheat berries
3 cups water
2 cups butternut squash, diced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
zest of one large orange
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon 100% pure maple syrup
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup almonds, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil and add wheat berries. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook until soft, about 45-50 minutes and drain.
  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Toss the squash with 1 tablespoons olive oil, place on a baking sheet and roast for approximately 20-30 minute Cool on paper towel to soak up any extra olive oil.
  • Meanwhile, prepare vinaigrette. Mix orange zest, orange juice, 1 tablespoons olive oil and syrup together.
  • In large bowl combine wheat berries, roasted squash, vinaigrette, parsley and cranberries. Cool down in refrigerator - this may add a little to the total time.
  • To serve, top with sliced almonds (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 10.8, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 0.9

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