Cracked Wheat Harvest Salad

This Cracked Wheat Harvest Salad is a delightful and healthy combination of cracked wheat, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal. The sweet and savory flavors make it an inviting addition to your menu.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cracked wheat
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
• 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil

Add the cracked wheat, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the wheat is tender and has absorbed all the water

Fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature

In a large bowl, combine the cooked cracked wheat, diced cucumber, diced tomatoes, chopped parsley, chopped red onion, chopped mint leaves, dried cranberries, toasted pine nuts, and feta cheese crumbles

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well combined

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld

Serve the Cracked Wheat Harvest Salad as a refreshing and nutritious side dish or as a light main course

Enjoy!