Poached Egg Buddha Bowls

Name: Poached Egg Buddha Bowls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 cup wheat berries; 3-1/2 cups water, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint leaves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons sliced Greek olives; 2 large eggs; Additional olive oil and pepper, optional

I love cooking for my husband and this is the first dish of the year that we enjoy out in our back yard. I often include fresh peas and cherry tomatoes, halved. —Amy McDonough, Carlton, Oregon

Ingredients

3/4 cup wheat berries
3-1/2 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons sliced Greek olives
2 large eggs
Additional olive oil and pepper, optional

Directions

Place wheat berries and 2-1/2 cups water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, about 1 hour. Drain; transfer to a bowl. Cool slightly.
Stir in oil, lemon juice, mint, salt and pepper; divide between 2 bowls. Top with tomatoes, ricotta cheese and olives.
To poach egg, place 1/2 cup water in a small microwave-safe bowl or glass measuring cup. Break an egg into water. Microwave, covered, on high 1 minute. Microwave in 10-second intervals until white is set and yolk begins to thicken; let stand 1 minute.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer egg to 1 of the bowls. Repeat. If desired, drizzle with additional oil and sprinkle with more pepper.

Test Kitchen tips

Wheat berries are whole kernels of wheat. They cook up to a chewy texture with a hint of buttery flavor.

Look for wheat berries near other whole grains; they're usually in the baking aisle in small packages.

Top this dish with your favorite veggies. Try grilled asparagus, steamed green beans, sautéed mushrooms and more.