Lemon Barley Pilaf Recipe

Name: Lemon Barley Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 small onion, finely chopped; salt; fresh ground black pepper; ½ cup pearl barley; 1 ¾ cups chicken broth; ½ cup water; 1 bay leaf; 1 small carrot, peeled, cut into small cubes; 12 red bell pepper, cut into small cubes; 4 scallions, white and light green parts only, sliced; 12 lemon, zest of

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
salt
fresh ground black pepper
½ cup pearl barley
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
½ cup water
1 bay leaf
1 small carrot, peeled, cut into small cubes
12 red bell pepper, cut into small cubes
4 scallions, white and light green parts only, sliced
12 lemon, zest of

1
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add in onion and season lightly with salt and pepper; stir to coat with butter, and cook and stir until it is soft but not colored, about 3-5 minutes.
3
Add in the barley and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
4
Increase heat, pour in the broth and water; toss in the bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
5
Stir; decrease heat so that the broth simmers; cover pan, and cook for 30 minutes, or until the barley is almost tender (it should retain a bit of chew).
6
Sprinkle over the carrot; cover again, and cook for 5 minutes.
7
Add the red pepper, stir the pilaf, cover pan, and turn off the heat.
8
Allow the pilaf to rest for 5-10 minutes.
9
Stir in the scallions and grated lemon zest; remove bay leaf, and taste for salt and pepper before serving.

390

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 small onion, finely chopped, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Lemon Barley Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Barley Pilaf

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