Roasted Mushroom & Wheat Berry Salad

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It's simple to incorporate mushrooms into recipes such as this Roasted Mushroom and Wheat Berry Salad.

The needs of grocery shoppers are seemingly always evolving, and now more than ever, they want to know where and how their food is produced and what impact it has on the environment. This is commonly referred to as “sustainable eating,” and its popularity is growing among shoppers.

Plant-based diets are a tenet of sustainable eating and mushrooms are often included as part of the movement. Known for their inherent umami flavor and nutrition properties, mushrooms are recognized for their unique growing process and need for minimal natural resources used during production, which makes mushrooms both healthy on the plate and gentle on the planet.

In addition, mushrooms are a versatile ingredient, and with so many fresh varieties to choose from, it’s simple to incorporate them into most meals. Quick sides such as this Roasted Mushroom and Wheat Berry Salad recipe can be an easy addition to dinner plates.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Yield: 4 Servings

Roasted Mushroom & Wheat Berry Salad Recipe Ingredients

Salad

8 ounces white button mushrooms, halved

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups cooked wheat berries, warm

2 green onions, sliced

2 tablespoons dried cranberries, chopped

Dressing

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

1 teaspoon curry powder

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Roasted Mushroom & Wheat Berry Salad Recipe Instructions

- Heat oven to 400° F.

- Place mushrooms on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Bake 10 minutes.

- Carefully stir mushrooms and bake 5 minutes until tender. Transfer mushrooms to medium bowl. Add wheat berries, green onions and cranberries.

- To make dressing: In small bowl, whisk olive oil, orange juice, curry powder and salt; pour over salad. Toss to mix. Serve warm.

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Source: Mushroom Council

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