Heart Healthy Cookbook Wheat Berry Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Heart Healthy Cookbook Wheat Berry Salad
70 min.
4
347kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Heart Healthy Cookbook Wheat Berry Salad! This vibrant and nutritious dish is perfect for anyone looking to embrace a healthier lifestyle without sacrificing flavor. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only vegetarian and vegan but also completely dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine the satisfying chewiness of wheat berries combined with the crisp freshness of broccoli and the hearty goodness of garbanzo beans. Each bite is a celebration of textures and flavors, enhanced by a zesty dressing that brings everything together beautifully. The addition of crunchy carrots and aromatic green onions adds a burst of color and nutrition, while the subtle kick from garlic and paprika elevates the taste profile to new heights.

This salad is incredibly versatile, making it a fantastic side dish for any meal or a fulfilling main course for lunch. With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish for a family gathering or meal prep for the week ahead. Not only is it delicious, but it also boasts a healthy caloric breakdown, ensuring you can enjoy it guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this heart-healthy delight!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups broccoli fresh
  • 15 oz garbanzo beans rinsed drained canned
  • tablespoons soybean oil 
  • 0.5 cup carrots chopped
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • clove garlic crushed
  • 0.5 cup spring onion sliced (8 medium)
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 2.5 cups water 
  • cup wheat berries uncooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat water and wheat berries to boiling in 2-quart saucepan, stirring occasionally; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes or until wheat berries are tender but still chewy; drain if needed.
  2. Toss wheat berries and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.
  3. Mix all ingredients in small bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein14.75%
Fat24.1%
Carbs61.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.04
Glycemic Load
5.15
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.703043574872%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
2.8mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
2.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.72kcal
17.34%
Fat:9.63g
14.82%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.15%
Carbohydrates:54.99g
18.33%
Net Carbohydrates:41.96g
15.26%
Sugar:1.69g
1.88%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:473.17mg
20.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.27g
26.54%
Vitamin K:74.27µg
70.73%
Vitamin A:3080.76IU
61.62%
Fiber:13.03g
52.13%
Manganese:1.03mg
51.69%
Vitamin C:33.07mg
40.09%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
30.11%
Iron:3.45mg
19.18%
Folate:58.49µg
14.62%
Phosphorus:119.79mg
11.98%
Copper:0.22mg
11.23%
Magnesium:42.69mg
10.67%
Potassium:359.86mg
10.28%
Calcium:96.43mg
9.64%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.83%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.61%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.68%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.12%
Selenium:3.17µg
4.53%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.48%
Vitamin B3:0.59mg
2.95%