Southwestern Barley Salad

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Southwestern Barley Salad

Southwestern Barley Salad

  • Author: Frankho Fresh
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 8 Servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked medium pearl barley
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1–1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • 1–1/2 cups chopped seeded tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 lettuce leaves
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the water, lemon juice, onion, oil and garlic; shake well. Pour over barley mixture and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce-lined plates. Garnish with avocado and tomatoes.

Keywords: Pearl Barley Recipe, Healthy