Best 8 Asian Black Bean And Barley Salad Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to explore the captivating flavors of Asian black bean and barley salad, a delightful fusion of textures and tastes. Dive into the vibrant history and cultural significance of this dish, tracing its roots to ancient traditions and modern-day culinary innovations. Discover the unique properties of black beans and barley, and delve into the diverse ingredients that contribute to this salad's distinctive character. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, prepare to tantalize your palate with this delectable and nutritious dish.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN-STYLE 3 BEAN SALAD



Asian-Style 3 Bean Salad image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 34m

Yield 8 (3/4 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound string beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen shelled edamame (green soy beans)
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup 100 percent fruit apricot preserves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 scallions, sliced
Salt

Steps:

  • Put the string beans and frozen edamame into a steamer basket and steam them for 4 minutes. Transfer the beans to a large bowl and put them into the refrigerator to cool for 15 minutes or longer.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the oil, vinegar, apricot preserves, sugar and ginger. Add the black beans and scallions to the other beans, drizzle with dressing, and toss to coat. Season with salt, to taste.

BARLEY LIME FIESTA SALAD



Barley Lime Fiesta Salad image

Got this at ShopRite® and loved it so much I had to make it. This is what I came up with. I had this alongside my smoked chicken and bacon with avocado spread sandwich. Perfect complement! All the ingredients for the vinaigrette are by eye and to taste.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup pearl barley
2 cups water
½ (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
¾ chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped, or to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons light corn syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon lime juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar, or to taste
onion powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the barley and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the barley is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat, and chill in refrigerator.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked barley, black beans, green and red bell pepper, corn, celery, red onion, carrot, chipotle pepper, 1 tablespoon of canola oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin until thoroughly mixed.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, corn syrup, 1 tablespoon of canola oil, lime juice, lemon juice, cilantro, white vinegar, and onion powder; pour dressing over barley mixture, and toss to combine. Refrigerate salad until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 262.6 mg, Sugar 4 g

BARLEY BLACK BEAN SALAD



Barley Black Bean Salad image

Protein-packed black beans pair with chewy, nutty barley to create a satisfying and delicious salad or meatless main dish.

Provided by Liz DellaCroce

Categories     Salad

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cooked barley (prepared such as Bob's Red Mill Whole Hull-Less)
15 oz can Bush's black beans (rinsed)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
2 celery stalks (diced)
2 scallions (minced)
4 radishes (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup cilantro (minced)
1 clove garlic (grated)
1 juice of lemon
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
smoky baked corn tortilla chips to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss well.
  • Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
  • Serve with broken baked corn tortilla chips on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

BARLEY AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



Barley and Black Bean Salad image

This is from Cooking Light. For an extra kick, substitute 1 finely chopped poblano chili pepper for the green bell pepper and add the red pepper.

Provided by Matt and Aimee

Categories     Grains

Time 21m

Yield 6 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quick-cooking pearl barley, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 pint grape tomatoes or 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook barley according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain baarley in a colander, and rinse with cold water until completely cooled.
  • Combine black beans, next 6 ingredients, and, if desired, cilantro and red pepper in a medium bowl. Add barley to black bean mixture; toss gently.

ASIAN BLACK BEAN AND BARLEY SALAD



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This is a versatile, spicy dish that could be served either hot or cold, as the main course for lunch or as a side for dinner. The spiciness can be easily adjusted by adding more/less chili-garlic paste.

Provided by KBarrett

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups pearl barley, cooked
4 large green onions, white and green parts thinly sliced
1 cup carrot, coarsley grated
1 tablespoon red chili paste (such as Sambal Oelek)
1 tablespoon sugar (or vegan sweetener)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
2 tablespoons water or 2 tablespoons broth
1 dash sesame oil (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup shiitake mushroom, sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 cups black beans (or one can, rinsed)
fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
peanuts, crushed (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix barley, onions and carrots in a large bowl, set aside.
  • Mix sambal, sugar, soy sauce, 5 spice powder, water/broth and sesame oil (if using) in small bowl, set aside.
  • Heat oil in large pan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and red bell pepper. Cook 4-5 minutes until tender.
  • Add black beans and sambal mixture to pan. Cook until most liquid evaporates.
  • Add black bean mixture to barley mixture. Stir well to blend. Top with cilantro and/or peanuts if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 535.4, Carbohydrate 93.1, Fiber 21.8, Sugar 8, Protein 17.5

CHICKPEA, BARLEY, AND FETA SALAD



Chickpea, Barley, and Feta Salad image

Recipe for a grain salad made with barley, garbanzo beans, feta, and green beans.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces green beans, halved crosswise
Kosher salt
1 cup pearled, hulled, or hull-less barley
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds
1 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed
4 ounces feta, crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Toasted Spice Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Cook green beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Using a sieve or a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl of ice water.
  • Return water to a boil, add barley, and simmer until tender (refer to packaging for timing); drain. Let cool on a baking sheet.
  • Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook sunflower seeds, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes; let cool.
  • Toss green beans, barley, sunflower seeds, chickpeas, feta, dill, lemon juice, and vinaigrette in a large bowl.

BEAN & BARLEY SALAD



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"This hearty salad lasts for days in the fridge - perfect for leftovers. We like to spoon it onto pita chips. It's wonderful!" Janelle Lee, Appleton, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare barley according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the beans, corn, red pepper, onions and cilantro. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

THAI-STYLE BLACK BEAN SALAD



Thai-Style Black Bean Salad image

A splash of lime juice brightens and binds all the flavors in this salad that's chock-full of good-for-you ingredients and fresh herbs. The perfect potluck dish for summer outings! I like to use roasted or grilled fresh corn. -Jennifer Wickes, Pine Beach, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup frozen corn
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook corn according to package directions. Transfer to a small bowl; add the beans, onion, celery, red pepper, cilantro and jalapeno., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, lime juice, garlic, ginger and salt. Pour over bean mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your salad.
  • Cook the barley according to package directions: Be sure to rinse the barley well before cooking.
  • Let the barley cool completely before assembling the salad: This will help to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings: There are many different dressings that can be used with this salad, so feel free to try different ones until you find one that you like.
  • Make sure to taste the salad before serving: Season it with salt and pepper to taste.

Conclusion:

This Asian black bean and barley salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover barley. The salad is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe, give this one a try!

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