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Lemon Mint Barley Salad

Adapted from cooking light

Steps

Combine 1 / 4 teaspoon salt and water in a medium saucepan.
Bring to a boil.
Stir in barley.
Cover , reduce heat , and simmer 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat.
Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
Spoon barley into a large bowl.
Cool slightly.
Add mint , tomato , green onions , capers , and olives.
Stir well to combine.
Combine remaining 1 / 4 teaspoon salt , 2 tablespoons lemon juice , red pepper and oil , stirring well with a whisk.
Drizzle over barley mixture.
Toss gently to coat.

Ingredients

of fresh mint, fresh lemon rind, fresh lemon juice, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, water, pearl barley, chopped tomatoes, green onion, capers, kalamata olives, extra virgin olive oil