Toasted Barley With Mixed Veggies Low Fat Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN ROASTED VEGETABLES BARLEY RECIPE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
• Place pearl barley and 2 1/2 cups water in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil, then turn heat down to low. Cover and cook anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes or until the barley is cooked through (should be tender but maintains some chew.)
• While barley is cooking, place diced vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion) on a large baking sheet. Season with salt, pepper, 1 1/2 tsp harissa spice, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Toss to coat. Spread evenly in one layer on the baking sheet. Roast in heated oven for 25 minutes or so.
• When barley is ready, drain any excess water. Season with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp harissa spice and 1/4 tsp smoked paprika. Toss to combine.
• Transfer cooked barley to a large mixing bowl. Add roasted veggies. Add chopped scallions, garlic, and fresh parsley. Dress with lemon juice and a good drizzle of Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil. Toss. If you like, top with crumbled feta and toasted pine nuts.
• Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold! Enjoy.

TOASTED BARLEY WITH MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350.
• Toast the barley - shaking the pan occasionally so it doesn't burn.
• Add the barley to the water.
• Add the bouillion and boil for 1 hour.
• Meanwhile, saute the mushrooms, scallions, and garlic for 3-5 minutes.
• Drain the barley.
• Add barley to mushrooms and season with salt, thyme, and pepper to taste.
• Cook an additional 2-3 minutes.

TOASTED BARLEY WITH MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• 1. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan. Add the barley and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the barley smells toasty, about 5 minutes.
• 2. Add the lemon zest, 3 sprigs thyme, and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. When most of the water is absorbed, add the chopped parsley.
• 3. Remove the stems of shiitake mushrooms and discard. Slice the mushrooms into 1/4-inch wide strips. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. Add the onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and the remaining 3 sprigs thyme and continue to cook until brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
• 4. Spoon the barley into warm bowls and top with the mushrooms. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the top. Garnish with parsley leaves and serve hot.

TOASTED BARLEY WITH MIXED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 10-inch skillet and 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook barley in skillet over medium heat about 8 minutes, stirring constantly, until light brown.
• Stir in remaining ingredients except green onions; heat to boiling. Spoon mixture into casserole.
• Cover; bake about 50 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with green onions.