Barley Salad with Lemon Dressing
Barley Salad with Lemon Dressing is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines nutty barley, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for picnics or as a side dish, this salad bursts with flavors and textures while being nutritious and easy to prepare. It’s sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the barley under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed barley with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender. Drain excess water.
- While the barley cooks, chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the barley has cooled slightly, combine it in a large bowl with chopped vegetables. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture.
- Stir gently until well combined; let sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg