Sunday, January 6, 2013

Bean and Barley Salad

 
This is a Vegan dish with loads of protein and carbs...ENJOY!!
 
SALAD:
2 cups cooked barley
1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can whole kernel corn, rinsed and drained
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
Optional: may add any chopped veggies
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, minced

DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
12 cup red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garam masala (can be found on grocery store spice aisle)
pinch crushed red pepper flakes

In a large bowl, stir in barley, beans, corn, chopped veggies, and cilantro. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk. Pour over salad; toss and coat. Chill until serving.


 

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