Black Bean And Barley Salad Recipe

Name: Black Bean And Barley Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. water; 1/2 c. pearled barley; 1 c. canned black beans liquid removed; 3/4 c. canned corn liquid removed; 3/4 c. canned peeled tomatoes liquid removed and minced; 1/2 c. canned peas liquid removed; 1/2 x avocado minced; 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro minced; 1/4 c. water; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 x scallion white part only, finely minced; 1 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 x clove garlic chopped; 1/4 lb packaged salad

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. water
1/2 c. pearled barley
1 c. canned black beans liquid removed
3/4 c. canned corn liquid removed
3/4 c. canned peeled tomatoes liquid removed and minced
1/2 c. canned peas liquid removed
1/2 x avocado minced
2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro minced
1/4 c. water
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 x scallion white part only, finely minced
1 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 x clove garlic chopped
1/4 lb packaged salad

1
Bring water to a boil in a heavy pot.
2
Add in barley and reduce heat to low.
3
Cover and simmer 35-40 min till water has evaporated and barley is tender.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Transfer barley to a cookie sheet.
6
Spread barley out to cold briefly.
7
While barley is cooking, combine next 7 ingredients in a salad bowl.
8
Cover and chill till barley is cooled.
9
Combine remaining ingredients, except lettuce, in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
10
Shake vigorously till emulsified.
11
Set aside.
12
Transfer cooled barley to bean and vegetable mix.
13
Toss.
14
Add in dressing and season with salt and pepper to taste.
15
Toss again.
16
Serve on a bed of lettuce.

207

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. water, 1/2 c. pearled barley, 1 c. canned black beans liquid removed, 3/4 c. canned corn liquid removed, and more.

Yes, Black Bean And Barley Salad Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!