Spinach, Mushroom, & Barley Pilaf Recipe

Name: Spinach, Mushroom, & Barley Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked pearl barley; 3 cups water; 1 pinch salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon sweet basil pesto; 1/2 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced; 4 cups loosely packed spinach, torn into 1-inch pieces; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked pearl barley
3 cups water
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sweet basil pesto
1/2 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced
4 cups loosely packed spinach, torn into 1-inch pieces
salt & pepper

1
In a medium saucepan, bring barley and water to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer till barley is tender and liquid is absorbed, 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2
About 10 minutes before barley is done, heat olive oil over medium heat in large non-stick saucepan. Add onion and cook till transluscent and beginning to brown at the edges, about 3 minutes.
3
Add garlic and pesto and stir till well mixed. Add mushrooms and cook till tender, 4 minutes.
4
Add cooked barley and spinach and stir till well combined and spinach is beginning to wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Serve hot.

175

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked pearl barley, 3 cups water, 1 pinch salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Spinach, Mushroom, & Barley Pilaf falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Spinach, Mushroom, & Barley Pilaf

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