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Spring Barley Salad

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Course Salad
Keyword salad, lemon, barley, zesty
Servings 4
Calories 360

Ingredients

  • 1 cup barley
  • 3 cups water
  • 2-3 green onions (sliced)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black paper
  • 1 cup parsley (fresh, finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup almonds (toasted)

Instructions

  • Combine the barley and water in a small saucepan with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover with a lid. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the water has evaporated. Allow the barley to sit with lid on for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the barley to a large mixing bowl and fold in all remaining ingredients. If the mixture is dry, add more oil, lemon juice or vinegar.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 287mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4153IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 4mg