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Barley Corn Salad

Vibrant Barley Corn Salad That's Perfect for Summer Gatherings

This Barley Corn Salad represents the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, making it a must-try for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked medium pearl barley Substitute with quinoa for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup frozen corn Thawed; fresh corn can be used if available.
  • 1 whole sweet red pepper Diced; yellow or orange bell peppers can be swapped.
  • 0.5 whole green pepper Diced; can be omitted if not preferred.
  • 2 whole green onions Sliced; shallots or red onion can enhance the flavor.
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro Chopped; parsley works for a milder flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1 whole lemon juice Fresh; lime juice can be substituted.
  • 0.25 cup canola oil Any neutral oil like grapeseed will work.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme Oregano can be used as an alternative.
  • pepper Freshly cracked black pepper is best.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • clean jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cooked medium pearl barley, 1 cup of thawed frozen corn, 1 diced sweet red pepper, ½ diced green pepper, 2 sliced green onions, and ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro. Toss well.
  2. In a clean jar, pour in the juice of 1 lemon, ¼ cup of canola oil, ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of dried thyme, and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well combined.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until the barley and vegetables are well coated.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Before serving, give it a final gentle toss.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the salad for longer than 2 hours for enhanced flavors. Use fresh vegetables for the best crunch.

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