Black Beans And Barley Recipe

Hearty, flavorful, and surprisingly easy! This Black Beans and Barley recipe is a perfect weeknight meal, packed with protein and fiber. Quick to make and satisfying to eat, this vegetarian dish is bursting with Southwestern spices. Enjoy a delicious and healthy meal ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 279.9 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Black Beans And Barley

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How to Make Black Beans And Barley

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 1 chopped bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin. Cook for 30 seconds more, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth, add 1 cup of pearl barley, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the barley is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Gently stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of rinsed and drained black beans and 1 (14.5-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained).
  7. Heat through for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

3g

Carbs

16g