Autum Grain Salad

Submitted by Diana Adcock

"A colorful, earthy grain salad."

 

• Ready In: 38mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup diced butternut squash
• 1⁄2 cup diced red onion
• 1⁄2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 1⁄4 cup toasted sunflower seeds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 cup cooked wheat berries
• 1 cup cooked cracked bulger wheat
• 1 cup chopped green beans, blanched
• 3⁄4 cup sliced kalmata olive
• 1 granny smith apple, diced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

directions

1. In a large saute pan over medium heat add the olive oil and butternut squash.
2. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes stirring often.
3. Mix in the onion, bell pepper and sunflower seeds.
4. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Remove from heat.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Add remaining ingredients to pan.**.
8. Toss well.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.
10. **After you dice your apple toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.