With the 4th of July just around the corner and many sunny days ahead, we want to share our recipe for a festive fusion of Red, White, and Blue! This recipe features our very own Fairhaven Mill Hard Red Wheat Berries combined with a tasty mix of strawberries, blueberries, red onion, and goat cheese & topped with a minty-orange dressing. The Berry Blast Bowl is the perfect dish to enjoy on a warm summer day, whether you're hosting a BBQ, planning a picnic, or simply craving a light and refreshing meal!
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Yield: 4 Servings
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 1 hr 5 m
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INGREDIENTS
WHEAT BERRIES
Fairhaven Mill Organic Hard Red Wheat Berries | 2 cups rinsed and drained
Low Sodium Chicken Broth |Â 4 cups
Water | 4 cupsÂ
Kosher Salt | 1 tsp
DRESSING
Fresh Orange Juice |Â 1/2 cup (from 2 oranges)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil |Â 1/3 cup
Orange Zest |Â 2 tbsp (from 1 orange)
Agave Nectar | 2 tbsp
Fresh Mint Leaves |Â 1/4 cup, finely chopped
Kosher Salt | 1 tsp
Freshly Ground Pepper | 1/2 tsp
Strawberries | 10, quartered
Blueberries | 1/2 cup
Red Onion | 1/3 cup
Crumbled Goat Cheese | 1/3 cup
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DirectionsÂ
WHEAT BERRIES
- In a large saucepan, combine the wheat berries, chicken broth, water, and salt.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot & cook until tender - about 60 to 70 minutes.
- Drain the wheat berries and set aside to cool - about 15 minutes
- Transfer to a large salad bowl
DRESSING
- In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice, olive oil, orange zest, agave nectar, mint leaves, salt, & pepper and stir until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the wheat berries.
- Add the strawberries, blueberries, red onion, & goat cheese.
- Toss until all ingredients are coated
Happy Cooking! - The Fairhaven Mill Team