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5 from 2 votes

Barley Salad- Middle eastern style Barley Tabbouleh

Fresh, hearty and wholesome pearl barley salad with middle eastern flavors.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Accompaniments, Salads
Cuisine: Fusion, Middle eastern

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the barley

  • 1/2 c Pearl barley
  • 2.5 c Water
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt

For the dressing

  • 1.5 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Za'atar
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder use 1 clove garlic grated instead for a substitute
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt or to taste

For the salad

  • 2.5 c Cooked pearl barley
  • 3/4 c chopped cucumbers
  • 1/4 c chopped sweet peppers
  • 12 small cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 c very finely chopped onions
  • 1/2 c finely chopped parsley
  • 1/2 c finely chopped coriander leaves
  • 12 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 c roughly chopped toasted almonds and walnuts

Instructions

Cooking pearl barley

  • Wash the barley well.
  • Place the barley in a colander and wash it well.
  • To the inner insert of your Instant pot, add the washed barley and water along with 1 tsp salt.
  • Ensure that the sealing ring is in its correct place in the lid.
  • Close the IP with the lid. Turn the valve to SEALING.
  • Now switch on the PRESSURE COOK MODE ON HIGH FOR 15 MINS.
  • Allow the cooking cycle to complete.
  • When the cooking cycle is complete, do a natural pressure release for 15 mins.
  • After 15 mins, quick-release pressure by turning the valve to venting.
  • When done, strain the cooked pearl barley in a colander.

Making the dressing

  • In a small glass jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, za'atar, crushed pepper and salt.
  • Skip the salt if your za'atar has salt added in it.
  • You can use 1 clove garlic that has been grated in place of the garlic powder too.
  • Close the jar and shake it well to mix all the ingredients. Set aside.

Making barley salad

  • In a bowl, add the cooked barley, veggies and herbs in that order.
  • Mix well. Now, pour the dressing over and stir to combine.
  • Add the toasted nuts and mix.
  • Our middle eastern inspired barley salad is ready.

For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes

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Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

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