WHEAT BERRY, GRILLED CORN AND SPINACH SALAD

Wheat Berry, Grilled Corn and Spinach Salad image

Honest to goodness, this distinctive salad is definitely delicious!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked wheat berries
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium ears fresh sweet corn, husks and silk removed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps:

In 2-quart saucepan, heat water, wheat berries and salt to a rolling boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place corn on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning frequently, until tender. Cool slightly; cut corn from ears to measure about 2 cups.
In large bowl, stir together wheat berries, corn, tomatoes, spinach and onion.
In 1-cup measuring cup, mix vinegar, orange peel, orange juice, oil, honey, salt and red pepper with wire whisk. Stir into wheat berry mixture. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g