Barley Bowl

Name: Barley Bowl
Ingredients: 1 cup hulled barley; 3 1/2 cups water; 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced; 1/2 cup finely diced seeded cucumber; 1/3 cup lightly packed finely chopped fresh basil; 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes; 1/3 cup diced fresh mozzarella; 2 tablespoons finely chopped kalamata olives; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar; 1 teaspoon high-quality balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

14 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 cup hulled barley
3 1/2 cups water
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1/2 cup finely diced seeded cucumber
1/3 cup lightly packed finely chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/3 cup diced fresh mozzarella
2 tablespoons finely chopped kalamata olives
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon high-quality balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, bring 3 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add barley, cover and simmer 40 minutes. Remove lid and continue simmering 15 minutes longer, or until barley is soft but still chewy. Drain, rinse, and pat dry.
2

In a large bowl, combine barley, jalapeno, and next 5 ingredients.
3

Whisk together olive oil and remaining ingredients and add to barley mixture, stirring well to combine.
4

Serve immediately or chilled.