Barley, Parsley and Pine Nuts Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup pearled barley
- 4 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1-1.5 cups Italian parsley, chopped
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 6 oz feta cheese (dairy or vegan)
- 2-3 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander seeds, crushed
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tsp za’atar
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- salt
- black pepper, freshly ground
Preparation
In a small saucepan, place the barley and cover with water. Boil for 30 minutes until the barley is tender but not mushy.
Drain the water and transfer to a medium bowl.
Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well together.
Taste and adjust the seasonings.
Tips
This salad can be served at room temperature, cold, or hot.
Vegan feta cheese can be found at Trader Joe's.
