Barley and Bean Salad

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 cup pearl barley, uncooked 
1 cup long grain brown rice, uncooked
2 cans no added salt black beansDrained and rinsed
2 cans no added salt kidney beansDrained and rinsed
2 cups whole kernel sweet white cornUse frozen
1/2 cup green onions, Including greensWash, trim and slice. 
1 large red bell pepper Wash, trim and dice
½ cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced Or 1 teaspoon garlic powderWash, peel and mince
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika 
½ teaspoon crushed red pepperOptional 
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large saucepan bring 4 cups of water to a boil. 
2Stir in barley and reduce heat to medium low, cover and let simmer for 40-45 minutes or until tender. Let cool. 
3In a saucepan bring 3 cups of water to a boil and add the rice. Reduce heat to low and simmer, cover for about 30 minutes or until tender. 
4Let cool. 
5In a large bowl, combine the cooled barley, rice, black beans, kidney beans, corn, red bell pepper and cilantro. Mix well. Add ½ cup green onion and mix well. 
6To make the dressing, combine vinegar, garlic, chili powder, salt, paprika, red pepper flakes and black pepper. 
7Whisk in oil and pour over salad. Toss well. Chill. 
8Top with remaining green onions. 
9Serve chilled. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates