The chewy texture of the wheat berries contrasts beautifully with the soft texture of the fried onions and peppers to make a memorable salad. Serve warm or cold.

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, sliced
• 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 3 tbsp. tamari soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• black pepper
• fresh parsley sprigs, to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Rinse the wheat berries under cold water, then put them in a saucepan with the salt and plenty of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 50 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet and cook the onion for about 8 minutes, until golden.
3. Add the sliced peppers and continue to cook until they are soft.
4. Toss the onions and peppers into the wheat berries with the tamari, chopped parsley, and plenty of black pepper.
5. Serve garnished with parsley sprigs.