*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          Heartland Grain Salad

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Serving Size  : 32   Preparation Time :0:20
Categories    : Vegan

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cups          wheatberries
   2      cups          wild rice
   2      cups          barley
   2      cups          basmati rice
   2      cups          toasted seeds and nuts -- assortment
   2      cups          dried fruits -- assortment
   1      bunch         parsley -- finely chopped
                        Kosher salt and pepper
   1      cup           virgin olive oil
     1/2  cup           balsamic vinegar -- or
                        raspberry vinegar

Cook and chilll the grains. Toast the seeds and nuts: some assortment of
pumpkins seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, chopped peanuts, hazelnuts or
cashews. Chop dried fuits: some assortment of apricots, dates, figs,
raisins, or prunes. Combine all the ingredients and let set overnight.
Adjust the seasonings and dressing before serving; you may need more of
both. 



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NOTES : To serve, top with boiled and peeled shrimp, artichoke hearts and
some dried fruit and nuts. 
Or arrange grilled chicken breasts cut into strips in a pinwheel design.