Wheat Berries With Winter Squash and Chickpeas

Wheat berries are the whole, unprocessed kernels of wheat, containing the bran, germ, and endosperm. They are a good source of fiber and nutrients.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Wheat Berries With Winter Squash and Chickpeas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Roasting Cuisine: American, Mediterranean Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Main Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Wheat Berries
• 1 pound Winter Squash
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 medium Red Onion
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 clove Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Cook the wheat berries according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. Peel and cut the winter squash into 1-inch cubes.
4. Toss the winter squash cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
5. Spread the seasoned winter squash cubes on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
6. While the winter squash is roasting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
7. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
8. Add the cooked wheat berries, chickpeas, and roasted winter squash to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
9. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
10. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
11. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
12. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 8g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.