Spring Barley Salad
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Spring Barley Salad a try. One portion of this dish contains around 38g of protein, 57g of fat, and a total of 1400 calories. This recipe covers 66% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 1. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour. Head to the store and pick up asparagus spears, olive oil, peel and juice from lemon, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the peas you could follow this main course with the Easy Peasy Strawberry Dessert as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free and vegetarian diet. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Spring.
Instructions
Bring 1-1/2 qt. (6 cups) salted water to boil in large saucepan on medium-high heat.
Add barley; return water to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 45 min. or until barley is tender.
Drain; cool. Cover and refrigerate up to 4 days.
Beat dressing mix, lemon juice, vinegar and oil in large bowl with wire whisk until well blended.
Add barley; toss to coat.
Cut asparagus into 1-inch lengths.
Add to barley mixture along with the peas and lemon peel; mix lightly.