Mango Barley Salad

Prep Time 25 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Salad Dressings, Salads, Snacks
Difficulty: Beginner
Description

Try this salad on a hot summer day! The combination of mango, lime, and cilantro gives the salad its refreshing feel! Also, adding barley as our grain provides more nutrients and fiber to the dish!

Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1 cup Barley (cooked)
  • 2 medium Lime
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Black peppers
  • 1/2 cup Red peppers (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup Green pepper (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Chives (chopped)
  • 1 medium Mango (peeled and chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (minced)
Instructions
  1. 1

    In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until barley is tender, 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Finely grate enough zest from limes to measure 1 teaspoon. Cut limes crosswise in half; squeeze juice from limes. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, lime zest, oil, mustard, honey, salt, cumin, and pepper until blended.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine barley, peppers, chives, mango and cilantro. Add dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts


Amount Per Serving
Calories 216kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.8g12%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 228mg10%
Potassium 190mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 8g
Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 644 IU
Vitamin C 31.3 mg
Calcium 22 mg
Iron 1.14 mg

* 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

Average cost of recipe per serving: $1.39

Note: The costs are an estimated calculation and are subject to variation depending on the time of year and your location.

Adapted from: tasteofhome.com

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