Barley Vegetable Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Barley Vegetable Salad

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup pearl barley
• Carrot
• Green Pepper
• Red Pepper
• Yellow Pepper
• Fresh Dill
• Tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

How to Make Barley Vegetable Salad

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil.
2. Add 1 cup of pearl barley to the boiling broth. Return to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
4. While the barley cooks, prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
5. Once the barley is cooked, gently stir in the prepared dressing while the barley is still warm.
6. Let the barley and dressing sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Add 1 cup chopped cucumber, 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color), 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 cup chopped celery to the barley mixture. Stir gently to combine.
8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop and the salad to chill thoroughly.