Mediterranean Barley Rice Salad Recipe

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Mediterranean Barley Rice Salad
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Directions:

  1. In saucepan of boiling salted water, cook barley until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well. Let stand for 10 minutes to dry. Transfer to large bowl.
  2. Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups salted water to boil. Add rice; cover, reduce heat, and simmer until tender and no liquid remains, about 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add to barley mixture; let cool.
  3. Cut tomatoes in half; add to barley mixture. Cut onion, red pepper, and cucumber into 1 inch chunks, add to barley, tossing to combine.
  4. Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper, pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
  5. To serve, stir in spinach and feta cheese.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 49.48 Kcal (207 kJ)
Calories from fat 23.37 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.6g 4%
Cholesterol 0.02mg 0%
Sodium 51.97mg 2%
Potassium 73.81mg 2%
Total Carbs 5.96g 2%
Sugars 0.66g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1.01g 4%
Protein 0.88g 2%
Vitamin C 6.5mg 11%
Iron 2.2mg 12%
Calcium 6.9mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 139.14 Kcal (583 kJ)
Calories from fat 65.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.3g 4%
Cholesterol 0.05mg 0%
Sodium 146.14mg 2%
Potassium 207.54mg 2%
Total Carbs 16.77g 2%
Sugars 1.86g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2.85g 4%
Protein 2.48g 2%
Vitamin C 18.3mg 11%
Iron 6.2mg 12%
Calcium 19.3mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1
    Points
  • 1
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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