Barley salad with corn and zucchini is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of barley, corn, and zucchini provides a delightful mix of textures and flavors, while the addition of fresh herbs and a tangy dressing brings a burst of brightness. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this barley salad is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling energized. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, this salad is a true delight for the senses.
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CORN AND RED PEPPER BARLEY SALAD
Here's a delicious way to present barley at its best. Instead of being lost in a sea of other ingredients in a soup or stew, that basic grain plays a starring role in the delicious chilled salad created by our Test Kitchen staff. Sweet corn and red pepper lend it a summery taste and color. Try taking a bowl to pass at your next picnic.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, barley and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until barley is just tender. Drain and set aside., Meanwhile, halve pepper; remove stem and seeds. Broil pepper skin side up 4 in. from the heat until skin blisters and blackens, about 8-10 minutes. Immediately place pepper in a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 15-20 minutes. Peel off and discard charred skin. Chop pepper., In a bowl, combine corn, 1/2 cup onions, Parmesan, roasted pepper and barley. In another bowl, combine vinegar, water, lemon juice, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Pour over barley mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with remaining onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BARLEY, CORN AND LOBSTER SALAD
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course
Time 15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Steam the lobsters until they turn bright red, about 10 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove the meat and cut into large chunks.
- Toss the lobster, barley and corn together. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, basil, salt and pepper. Toss until well combined. Divide among 4 plates and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 427, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 60 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1449 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BARLEY CORN SALAD
A terrific alternative to pasta salad, this colorful side dish adds refreshing herb flavor to corn, barley, and red and green peppers. Bring it to your next get-together and see how fast it disappears! -Mary Ann Kieffer of Lawrence, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice, oil, salt, thyme and pepper; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Freeze option: Prepare salad without onions and cilantro. Transfer to freezer containers; freeze. To use, thaw completely in refrigerator. Gently stir in onions, cilantro and a little oil if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CORN AND BARLEY SALAD ON ARUGULA
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories easy, salads and dressings
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse barley, place in a bowl and cover with 4 cups of water. Soak for several hours or overnight.
- Transfer barley and soaking water to a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender and most or all of water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, if using frozen corn, cook according to package directions; fresh corn does not need to be cooked.
- If necessary, drain excess water from barley. Return to pot and immediately add corn; mix well. In a large bowl, mix together oil and vinegar. Add basil or oregano, and chives. Add barley mixture and tomatoes, and mix gently. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- To serve, spread arugula on a platter. Top with corn and barley salad. Garnish with dollops of goat cheese, if desired, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 173, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 249 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
BARLEY AND CORN SALAD WITH ARUGULA AND GREEN BEANS
Categories Salad Bean Side High Fiber Goat Cheese Corn Arugula Summer Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook barley in medium saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain; cool. Transfer to large bowl.
- Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer beans to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain well. Pat beans dry with paper towels. Cut half of beans into 2-inch pieces. Transfer to bowl with barley. Mix in corn kernels. Coarsely chop 2 bunches arugula; add to bowl with barley mixture.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, shallots, thyme and Dijon mustard in small bowl to blend. Pour enough dressing over barley mixture to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
- Arrange remaining 2 bunches arugula around edge of large platter. Arrange remaining whole beans in spoke pattern atop arugula. Mound salad in center of platter. Sprinkle with goat cheese. Drizzle any remaining dressing over arugula and beans and serve.
BARLEY SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND CORN
Barley, a whole grain, makes this salad with corn satisfying; chicken is a great source of lean protein. If you like, try quick-cooking barley, which will be ready in 15 minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook barley according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place scallions and corn on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- In a large bowl, combine barley, roasted vegetables, tomatoes, parsley, chicken, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 tablespoon lime juice; season with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, toss spinach with 1 tablespoon oil and 2 teaspoons lime juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve spinach with chicken-barley mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 16 g
BARLEY SALAD WITH CHICKEN, CORN, AND SCALLIONS
Steps:
- Place chicken in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, season with salt, and reduce to a bare simmer. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken stand, covered, until cooked through, 12 to 14 minutes more. Using tongs, remove chicken from liquid. When cool enough to handle, shred meat into bite-size pieces.
- In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook barley according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°F. Place scallions and corn on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer and roast, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden, about 25 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, barley, scallion mixture, tomatoes, parsley, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 tablespoon lime juice; season with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, toss spinach with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 2 teaspoons lime juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve spinach with chicken-barley mixture.
- Nutrition Information
- (Per Serving)
- Calories: 409
- Fat: 13g (2g Saturated Fat)
- Protein: 16.1g
- Carbohydrates: 62.4g
- Fiber: 13.2g
BARLEY, SHRIMP, AND CORN SALAD
A lightly seasoned oil and lemon juice dressing perfectly accents the flavors of this salad made with barley, shrimp, and red and green bell peppers.
Provided by GERALD GALLOWAY
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine barley and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately 35 minutes.
- Transfer barley to a large bowl, and toss with shrimp, corn, bell peppers, green onions, thyme, and lemon zest.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over barley salad, and toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 221.3 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 11.3 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 557.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh and tender vegetables: The quality of your vegetables will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for corn that is plump and has bright yellow kernels, zucchini that is firm and has a deep green color, and barley that is whole and free of debris.
- Cook the barley according to package instructions: Barley can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most common method is to boil it in water. Be sure to rinse the barley before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
- Roast the zucchini and corn: Roasting the zucchini and corn will help to bring out their natural sweetness and flavor. Toss the vegetables with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.
- Make a tangy vinaigrette: A tangy vinaigrette is the perfect dressing for this salad. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, honey, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the salad: Combine the cooked barley, roasted vegetables, and vinaigrette in a large bowl. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This barley salad with corn and zucchini is a healthy and delicious side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is light and refreshing, yet packed with flavor. The roasted vegetables add a touch of sweetness and smokiness, while the tangy vinaigrette brings it all together. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.
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