Garden Patch Salad

This Garden Patch Salad is a comforting yet refreshing dish that highlights the nutty flavor of medium pearled barley. Unlike typical leafy greens, this salad uses barley as its base, providing a satisfying chew and substantial texture. It is perfect for a light lunch, a picnic side, or a healthy dinner option. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors of the barley and fresh vegetables to shine through. Easy to prepare and versatile, this recipe is a reliable staple for vegan meals and cold weather salads alike.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 24.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This Garden Patch Salad is a comforting yet refreshing dish that highlights the nutty flavor of medium pearled barley. Unlike typical leafy greens, this salad uses barley as its base, providing a satisfying chew and substantial texture. It is perfect for a light lunch, a picnic side, or a healthy dinner option. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors of the barley and fresh vegetables to shine through. Easy to prepare and versatile, this recipe is a reliable staple for vegan meals and cold weather salads alike.

Ingredients

2 cup Water
1/3 cup Medium Pearled Barley*

Directions

1
Rinse the pearled barley under cold water until the water runs clear.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the barley and water.
3
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover.
4
Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until the barley is tender but still has a slight bite.
5
Drain any excess water and spread the barley on a tray to cool completely.
6
Transfer the cooled barley to a serving bowl.
7
Toss gently to fluff the grains before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 24.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 5.6g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

*Note: This recipe yields a very small amount of barley for 8 servings. Typically, 1 cup of dry barley yields about 3 cups cooked. Consider increasing the barley and water quantities proportionally if serving as a main dish.

Storage: Store cooled barley salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Variations: This plain barley base can be enhanced with chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and a lemon-olive oil vinaigrette to create a complete salad.

Tip: Rinsing the barley before cooking removes excess starch and prevents the grains from becoming gummy.

Keywords: barley salad, pearled barley, vegan salad, grain salad, garden patch, healthy lunch, picnic food, side dish, wholesome, nutty flavor

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