Barley And Black Bean Salad
This is a beautiful, brightly colored salad - very fresh and hearty! best prepared several hours to a day before serving: i usually add the avocado just before serving to limit bruising.
Steps
Cook the barley according to package directions.
Drain and cool.
Combine and toss the barley , black beans , corn , tomato , peas , cilantro , and avocado.
Combine in a blender or airtight container , the water , lemon juice , oil , onion , garlic , salt and pepper.
Blend or shake , then pour over salad and toss.
Keep refrigerated.
Ingredients
cooked barley, black beans, frozen corn, diced tomatoes, frozen peas, fresh cilantro, avocado, water, lemon juice, olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, salt, pepper