Best Recipes Warm Cauliflower And Herbed Barley Salad Recipes

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HERBED BARLEY SALAD



Herbed Barley Salad image

This healthy barley-based salad is great to have on hand - especially for those on Phase 2 of the South Beach diet!

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups water
3 garlic cloves
1 cup pearl barley
6 green onions, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup chopped radish
1/2 red pepper, chopped
1/2 yellow pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine water, garlic and barley in a large pot.
  • Bring to boil and then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until barley is tender.
  • Drain excess water.
  • To make dressing, combine mustard, garlic and vinegar.
  • Whisk together, then slowly whisk in olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper if desired.
  • Combine half of dressing with warm barley.
  • Stir in vegetables and herbs.
  • Toss with remaining dressing.
  • Season to taste.

BARLEY SALAD WITH HERBS



Barley Salad with Herbs image

Herbs and Dijon mustard provide brightness and bite in this barley dish. Use any type of tender green herbs you have on hand, such as basil, mint, chives, parsley, or dill.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups pearl barley (not quick-cooking)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots (about 1 medium)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup roughly chopped fresh herbs

Steps:

  • Bring barley and 3 cups water to a boil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until barley is tender, about 40 minutes. Drain if necessary.
  • Meanwhile, place shallot in a large bowl, and whisk in mustard, oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Stir in barley and herbs. Serve warm.

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