Mediterranean Barley Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Barley Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium canned, or homemade; 1 cup barley; 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 1/2 English cucumber, diced; 2/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

2 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium canned, or homemade
1 cup barley
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 English cucumber, diced
2/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2
Add the barley, oil, and salt.
3
Bring back to a boil, adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover and cook until tender, about 30 minutes.
4
Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes more.
5
Drain excess liquid, if needed.
6
Cool.
7
Meanwhile, whisk the lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large serving bowl.
8
Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.
9
Add the barley and the remaining salad ingredients and toss to coat with the dressing.
10
Serve.

150

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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: 2 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium canned, or homemade, 1 cup barley, 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Barley Salad 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.

Mediterranean Barley Salad

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