Barley Salad With Tomatoes And Corn Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing barley salad, perfect for a summer lunch or side dish. This recipe combines tender barley with sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty basil-garlic dressing. Easy to make ahead, it's ideal for picnics or potlucks!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 392.2 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley Salad With Tomatoes And Corn

  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups water

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How to Make Barley Salad With Tomatoes And Corn

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 cup of barley and bring back to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
  3. Drain the barley and rinse under cold running water until cooled. Set aside.
  4. In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Puree until smooth.
  5. Season the basil mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. In a large bowl, gently toss the cooked barley with the basil dressing.
  7. Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen corn kernels and 1 1/2 cups of chopped tomatoes to the barley mixture.
  8. Toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Can be made 2 days ahead.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

20g

Carbs

17g

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