Einkorn Wheat Berry Salad

This hearty salad brings together chewy einkorn wheat berries, crisp greens, fruit, and roasted cabbage for a balanced bowl. It’s excellent with a creamy walnut basil pesto or a bright honey Dijon vinaigrette (both options included below).

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups cooked wheat berries

• 2–3 cups Area 2 Farms’ Farm Crunch

• 1/2 cup cabbage, chard, & fennel micros

• 1 cup shredded, roasted cabbage

• 1 red apple, such as Honeycrisp, thinly sliced

• 1/3 cup dates, chopped

• 1 cup celery, thinly sliced

• Optional: grated Parmesan or pecorino

Serve with Creamy Walnut Basil Pesto or Honey Dijon Vinaigrette (recipes below).

Instructions

1. Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl.

2. Start with 1/4 cup of pesto or vinaigrette.

3. Toss well to combine.

4. Add more dressing, salt, or pepper as needed.

5. Top with optional grated Parmesan or pecorino if using.

Dressing Recipes

Creamy Walnut Basil Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 cup basil

• 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted=

• 1/4 Parmesan, grated

• 1/4 cup mayo

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.

2. Blend until smooth.

Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp honey

• 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 small garlic clove or 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Mix or shake all ingredients together in a small bowl or jar until fully combined.

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