Black Bean and Barley Salad

Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/17/2009 - 22:25
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Description

Black Bean and Barley Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 cup quick-cooking barley, uncooked

  • 1 1/2 cups peeled, seeded, and diced cucumber

  • 1 cup chopped tomato

  • 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add barley. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Combine barley, cucumber, and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Combine vinegar and remaining ingredients. Add to barley mixture, tossing to coat.