Wheat Berry Greek Salad

Wheat Berry Greek Salad

1 1/2 cups hard red wheat berries

1/2 medium red onion, chopped

1 medium cucumber, chopped

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

1/2 cup cilantro, parsley or mint, chopped

1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped

1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped

5-6 oz Feta Cheese, crumbled

In a large pot combine the wheat berries and enough water to come 2 inches over the wheat berries. Let soak overnight. Bring to a boil and cook uncovered for 1 hour, or until tender. Drain and let cool. Combine remaining ingredients with cooled wheat berries. pour prepared dressing over salad and toss to combine well. Refrigerate until chilled.

Dressing

6 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine or cider vinegar

1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice

2 tsp fresh oregano

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp, ground black pepper

2 cloves, garlic, crushed

Combine dressing ingredients.

( You can also substitute a favorite Greek or Italian prepared bottled dressing)