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Sam McIntyre
Somis Pacific Investment
Santa Paula, California
An expert in avocado grove management. Has tended to many California Avocado trees throughout the Central Coast, including those owned by world-famous celebrities and politicians. Recently passed along his management business to his son but still comes into work every day because he loves walking...
CALIFORNIA AVOCADO AND WHEATBERRY SALAD
Categories
- Salads & Dressings,
- Diabetic
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Preparation
0 min
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Cook Time
0 min
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Total Time
0 min
Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission
Wheatberries are the whole, unrefined grain of wheat. They retain all their original goodness, including B vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Total calories are a bargain for the healthy advantages this versatile dish provides.
Ingredients
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2.000
2
cups
wheatberries
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4.000
4
cups
water
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1.000
1
tsp.
dried thyme
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1.000
1
tsp.
dried basil
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1.000
1
tsp.
salt
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2.000
2
sundried tomatoes
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1.000
1
avocado, peeled and pit removed, diced
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0.000
Juice of 1 lemon
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1.000
1
small red pepper, finely diced
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0.500
½
cup
red onion, finely chopped
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1.000
1
basket cherry tomatoes, quartered
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0.250
¼
cup
fresh chopped herbs: parsley, basil, chives
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1.000
1
Tbsp.
extra virgin olive oil
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1.000
1
tsp.
balsamic vinegar
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1.000
1
tsp.
salt
Instructions
- Wash the dried wheatberries and soak them overnight in the water.
- When ready to cook, add the dried herbs, 1 teaspoon salt, and the sundried tomatoes.
- Water should cover the grains with about 1/2" on top.
- Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to very low and simmer, covered, 45 minutes or until tender.
- Set aside to cool.
- Drain off any extra liquid (save to use in soup stock).
- Put cooked wheatberries in a bowl.
- Chop the sundried tomato finely and add back to the wheatberries.
- Add the olive oil, vinegar, crushed garlic, and salt. Mix thoroughly. (Up to this point, the salad can be prepared ahead and held in the refrigerator for 1-2 days).
- Add the red pepper, onion, and tomato. Toss and add the fresh herbs.
- Toss the avocado dice in the lemon juice.
- Add to the salad and mix in gently.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Nutrition information per serving
Nutrients per serving: 200 calories; 7g protein; 40g carbohydrate; 2.5g fat (0.5g saturated fat, 1.5g monounsaturated fat, 0.5 polyunsaturated fat); 0mg cholesterol; 7g fiber; 590mg sodium.
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