Wheatberry Salad

…with Apple Dijon Vinaigrette

Recipe courtesy of Chef Susan Collins
as seen on episode “Carolina Distillery“, season 2

Wheatberry Salad

• 2 cups dried wheatberries, washed & soaked in water, drained well
• 1 cup Granny Smith apple, diced
• 3/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese

Cook soaked & drained wheatberries in UNSALTED water for one hour (berries do not get soft, don’t overcook) Drain & cool.  Add remaining ingredients & dress with apple dijon vinaigrette (as desired)

Apple Dijon Vinaigrette

• 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• pinch salt & pepper to taste
• 2 Tbsp honey
• 1/2 cup apple cider or apple juice
• 1 Tbsp apple brandy
• 12 oz soybean or canola oil

Place all ingredients except oil into blender & blend.  While motor is running, drizzle in oil until emulsified.

Tags: Apple Dijon Vinaigrette, Wheatberry Salad

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