TOMATO, SPELT AND HERB SALAD

Tomato, Spelt and Herb Salad image

Tomatoes are very rich source of vitamin A and vitamin C, not to mention lycopenes, phytonutrients that some scientists believe may have antioxidant properties. I am heading out to my garden to reap this summer's bounty. This is a light summer chopped salad with chewy and crunchy textures. Give it time to marinate for the best flavor.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 10m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup cooked spelt, farro or wheat berries
1 pound tomatoes, diced
1 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup diced celery
1 cup finely chopped fresh herbs, like a mixture of parsley, dill, mint and basil
1/2 cup crumbled feta
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced or puréed optional
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Combine the spelt, tomatoes, cucumber, celery, herbs and feta in a salad bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Mix together the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, optional garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss with the salad. Place in the refrigerator, and marinate for one hour or longer before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 175, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 384 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams