Wheat Berries With Spinach and Spring Onion

Wheat berries are whole wheat kernels that contain all three parts of the grain, making them a great source of fiber and nutrients.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Wheat Berries With Spinach and Spring Onion

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Wheat Berries
• 1 bunch Spinach
• 3 stalks Spring Onion
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the wheat berries and place them in a pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes or until tender.
2. While the wheat berries are cooking, wash and chop the spinach leaves and spring onions.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped spring onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Add the spinach to the pan and cook until wilted.
5. Once the wheat berries are cooked, drain any excess water and transfer them to a large bowl.
6. Add the sautéed spinach and spring onions to the bowl with the wheat berries.
7. Drizzle with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine.
8. Let the flavors meld for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.