Ingredients

  • 6 Tbs. olive oil, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups wheat berries, rinsed and drained
  • 1 Tbs. sherry vinegar
  • 1 Tbs. lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
  • 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped shallots
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup (1 oz.) shaved Manchego cheese or Pecorino Romano cheese, optional

Method

  • Heat 1 Tbs.
  • oil in 6-qt.
  • pressure cooker over medium-high heat.
  • Add wheat berries, and saute 5 minutes, or until toasted.
  • Add 4 1/2 cups water.
  • Lock lid in place.
  • Bring to high pressure over high heat.
  • Reduce heat, and cook 30 minutes.
  • Release pressure using automatic pressure release, or carefully transfer cooker to sink, and run cool water over rim of lid.
  • Remove lid, tilting away from you to let steam escape.
  • Drain wheat berries.
  • Whisk together remaining 5 Tbs.
  • oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic in large bowl.
  • Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Add wheat berries, bell pepper, almonds, shallots, and parsley, and toss to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Sprinkle with cheese, if using.