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Asian rye berry salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Asian rye berry salad is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 2 hours of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 2 hours, 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 2 Hours
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 2 Hours, 20 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Rye Berries
Category Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • Salad

    • 1 cup rye berries, soaked overnight

    • 3 cups of water (may use the water used to soak rye berries)

    • 1 large carrot thinly sliced

    • 1/2 cup celery thinly sliced

    • 1/2 cup red cabbage

    • 1/3 cup almonds

    • 1 cup arugula

  • Dressing

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

    • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

    • 1 teaspoon blue agave nectar

Directions

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the rye berries and water to a boil. Cook 1-2 hours or until the berries break open.

  • While the rye berries are cooking, prepare the dressing by combining the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and blue agave in a bowl. Set aside.

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil.

  • Cook the carrots, celery, and red cabbage for one minute and remove from water. Drain and cool.

  • Combine the cooked vegetables with the rye berries, almonds, arugula, and dressing in a large bowl.

  • Toss gently.

  • Allow the salad to marinate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 170 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 167mg

  • Carbohydrate: 34g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Protein: 6g