Apple Pomegranate and Wheat Berry Salad

Add a burst of color and nutrition to your table with this Apple Pomegranate and Wheat Berry Salad, a delightful blend of textures and flavors perfect for any occasion. Tender, nutty wheat berries form the hearty base, paired with crisp, juicy apples, ruby-red pomegranate seeds, and earthy baby spinach. Toasted walnuts and creamy crumbled feta add irresistible richness and crunch, while a bright, zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey ties it all together. Packed with wholesome ingredients and ready in just over an hour, this make-ahead salad is not only stunning but also incredibly versatile—ideal for health-conscious lunches, family gatherings, or as a vibrant side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 3 cups water
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 whole apple (medium, any crisp variety like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.25 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wheat berries under cold water, then place them in a medium pot with 3 cups of water and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 50-60 minutes, or until the wheat berries are tender but still slightly chewy.

Step 3

Drain the cooked wheat berries and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the wheat berries cool, core and dice the apple into bite-sized pieces. If desired, toss the apple pieces lightly in a bit of lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled wheat berries, diced apple, pomegranate seeds, baby spinach, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1382.9 grams (1382.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1738

Total Fat 78.80g	101%
Saturated Fat 17.10g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 1349mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 221.90g	81%
Dietary Fiber 38.10g	136%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 48.60g	97%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510mg	39%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 1530mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 49.6%