CHILLED MEDITERRANEAN BARLEY SALAD

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Posted in the MyFoodDiary.com forums, from a newspaper article some time back. Excellent salad, and very healthy. Tasty. Healthy. You can't go wrong. Even my kids like this one.

Provided by MathMom.calif

Categories     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth or 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup pearl barley or 1 cup hulled barley
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, cut up small
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 of a red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 of a yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the barley in the broth along with the chopped sun-dried tomatoes for about 30-40 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the barley is tender. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Mix the oil, vinegar and mustard thoroughly.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the barley mixture (green onions through feta cheese), stir, and then add the oil and vinegar mixture, stirring again.
  • Add salt and pepper if needed for your taste.
  • Variations:
  • •Serve on a bed of torn romaine with some chicken for a main dish.
  • •Add toasted pine nuts.
  • •Use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried, if you have good tomatoes available.
  • •Use fresh oregano (1 Tbsp instead of 1 tsp) if you have fresh herbs available.
  • For vegetarian use only the vegetable broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 181, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 5.3

Niraj Tandukar
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This salad is a bit too heavy for my taste.


Tylen Bontes
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The barley, vegetables, and herbs all work together perfectly.


paras ali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover barley. It's also a good make-ahead meal, as the flavors meld together over time.


aisha ellis
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This salad is a bit bland.


Joaquin Orozco
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. The barley salad is light and refreshing, and the dressing is flavorful and tangy.


Mian Asad Akram
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of fiber and protein.


Ashley Rojas
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I was disappointed with this salad. The barley was too chewy and the dressing was too bland.


Jessica Blake
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and the presentation is beautiful.


Bewa Rishh
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's also a great way to use up leftover barley.


Mnandy Maada
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.


MD RAJIB
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I'm not a big fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this salad. The barley was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD:Kawsar Hosain
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so light and refreshing.


Waseem Masud
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more of the dressing, or maybe some additional spices.


Shojib Ahmed
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The barley gave the salad a nice chewy texture, and the vegetables and herbs added lots of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!


Lindy Ann Hamilton
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This chilled Mediterranean barley salad was a delightful and refreshing meal! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the dressing was light and tangy. I especially loved the addition of the feta cheese and Kalamata olives.