Sep 072012
Tired of rice? Quinoa old news? Bust out the barley!
Barley rocks! It’s nutty and chewy and has lots of fiber and niacin – a B vitamin that can help prevent cardiovascular disease. For you Mila lovers out there – these are perfect recipes to sprinkle a tablespoon on just before you eat your serving. Not only will this keep you regular but these slow burning carbohydrates will keep your energy up and keep you fuller longer – aiding in weight loss.
Here are seven of ways to eat this hearty grain with both vegan and vegetarian options (in no particular order – these are all number one in my book).
#1 Try it with roasted squash, cherries and walnuts.
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| Roasted Calabaza and Garlic with Lentils, Barley, Kale, Toasted Pine Nuts, Walnuts and Dried Cherries |
#2 Barley pairs perfectly with peanut butter, apples and raisins.
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| Peanut Butter, Barley, Apple, Raisin Salad |
#4 Mmm, sun dried tomatoes and kale.
If you’re vegan try this “sour cream” recipe and add the herbs.
#5 Refreshing with lemon and parsley.
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| Eating Well’s Butternut and Barley Pilaf Even Better! |
#7 Take a trip to Morocco with chickpeas and apricots.
So many awesome options… I need to make barley more. I think because it takes longer to cook, I don't make it. But I love the texture, thanks for the ideas!
Great ideas, Dawn! I love quinoa but agree that I can't eat it all the time. You need to mix things up. My newest craze is kasha!
Hi Lizzy!!!! Me too. I have been making quinoa a bit more recently because of the quick cook time but the barley is SO worth it.
Hi Janet! I haven't tried kasha yet but NEED to.
Barley is good stuff! I have used to make a risotto-style dish on occasion.
I've never cooked with barley before. Thanks for the inspirations. Looks yummy!
I remember the risotto style dish Cara!
You would love the Moroccan version I bet Amanda.