Veggie Barley Salad 

Barley is a whole grain that packed with fiber.  It's a great substitute for refined grains like white rice.  Cant find barley? Feel free to use brown rice, quinoa, or another whole grain like farro. 

​Makes: 4 Servings

Ingredients
1 cup pearl barley
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium red, orange, or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
3 Tbs orange juice, fresh squeezed if possible
3 Tbs oil
2 Tbs apple cider vinegar, or any other mild vinegar
1 tsp honey
¼ tsp salt 
¼ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the barley and cook, uncovered, until tender, about 40 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Add the tomato, carrots, bell pepper, and spinach and stir to combine.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the barley salad and mix thoroughly.
  4. Refrigerate overnight for best results.
​​Nutrition Information
Serving Size: ¾ cup

Calories: 180
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 180mg
Carbohydrates: 20g
Added Sugar: 1g
Fiber: 4g