Feta Wheat Berry Salad

Yield: 4-6 servings

Make this delicious salad gluten-free by using kasha in place of the wheat berries.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 1/2 cup fat-free feta cheese
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced, seeded, cucumber
• 1 red (or yellow or orange) bell pepper, julienne
• 10 Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1/8 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/8 cup mint, minced
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

1. In a medium sauce pan, bring water to boil. Add a dash of salt and the wheat berries. Boil wheat berries (like pasta) for about 50 minutes, or until pleasantly chewy. Drain and set aside.
2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add the wheat berries and toss to coat. Enjoy!