California Avocado and Wheatberry Salad

== Description ==
Wheat berries are the whole, unrefined grain of wheat. They retain all their original goodness, including B vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Total calories are a bargain for the healthy advantages this versatile dish provides.
== Ingredients ==
* 2 cups wheat berries
* 4 cups water
* 1 tsp dried thyme
* 1 tsp dried basil
* 1 tsp salt
* 2 sun-dried tomatoes
* 1 avocado, peeled and pit removed, diced
* juice of 1 lemon
* 1 small red pepper, finely diced
* ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
* 1 basket cherry tomatoes, quartered
* ¼ cup fresh chopped herbs: parsley, basil, chives
* 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
* 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
* 1 tsp salt 
== Directions ==
# Wash the dried wheat berries and soak them overnight in the water.
# When ready to cook, add the dried herbs, 1 teaspoon salt, and the sun-dried tomatoes.
# water should cover the grains with about ½" on top.
# Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to very low and simmer, covered, 45 minutes or until tender.
# Set aside to cool.
# Drain off any extra liquid (save to use in soup stock).
# Put cooked wheat berries in a bowl.
# Chop the sun-dried tomato finely and add back to the wheat berries.
# Add the olive oil, vinegar, crushed garlic, and salt.
# Mix thoroughly.
# (up to this point, the salad can be prepared ahead and held in the refrigerator for 1–2 days).
# Add the red pepper, onion, and tomato.
# Toss and add the fresh herbs.
# Toss the avocado dice in the lemon juice.
# Add to the salad and mix in gently.
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