BARLEY DILL SALAD

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The Canadian prairie region is one of the world's greatest barley producers. When it's not being used for beer, barley makes an excellent hearty salad., and so good for you!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (900 ml) carton chicken broth, 30% less sodium
1 1/2 cups pearl barley
1 English cucumber
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups celery, thinly sliced
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (100 g) package sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth and 1 cup water to a boil. Stir in barley; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until barley is tender, 40-50 minutes, Drain and cool.
  • Halve cucumber lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise again. Slice crosswise to make small tirangles. Toss cucumber, tomatoes, and celery in vinaigrette; cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • Combine barley, dill, salt and pepper. Salad can be prepared to this point, cover and refrigerated. up to two days. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 413.2, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 9.2

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