Bean & Barley Salad

Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Updated on Oct. 03, 2022

"This hearty salad lasts for days in the fridge - perfect for leftovers. We like to spoon it onto pita chips. It's wonderful!" Janelle Lee, Appleton, WI

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Bean & Barley Salad

Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each)
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
  • 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
  • 6 green onions, chopped
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • dressing:
    • 3/4 cup olive oil
    • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Prepare barley according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the beans, corn, red pepper, onions and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving.
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