Best 7 Summer 3 Bean Barley Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our refreshing Summer 3-Bean Barley Salad, a delectable medley of hearty barley, tender green beans, vibrant kidney beans, sweet corn, crisp red bell pepper, and aromatic red onion. Tossed in a zesty lemon-tahini dressing, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and a burst of summer flavors in every bite. Accompany your meal with a selection of equally enticing recipes, including a flavorful Quinoa Tabbouleh, brimming with fresh herbs, tangy lemon, and fluffy quinoa; a hearty Lentil and Barley Soup, packed with wholesome lentils, tender barley, and an array of vegetables in a savory broth; and a satisfying Barley Risotto, featuring creamy barley, succulent mushrooms, and a medley of vegetables, all infused with the richness of Parmesan cheese.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BEAN & BARLEY SALAD



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"This hearty salad lasts for days in the fridge - perfect for leftovers. We like to spoon it onto pita chips. It's wonderful!" Janelle Lee, Appleton, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare barley according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the beans, corn, red pepper, onions and cilantro. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

THREE-BEAN AND BARLEY SALAD



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Here's a great-tasting salad made with three bean and barley - a delicious side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (15 ounces) three-bean salad, undrained
1 1/2 cups cooked barley
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 cups bite-size pieces salad greens
2 tablespoons sunflower nuts

Steps:

  • Mix three-bean salad, barley and tomatoes in bowl. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.
  • Spoon bean mixture onto salad greens. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

THREE-BEAN BARLEY SALAD



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Kidney beans, black beans and garbanzo beans deliciously combine in this hearty salad.-Pat Miller, North Fork, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup honey Dijon salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Stir in barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 11-13 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed. Cool for 10 minutes. , Transfer barley to a serving bowl. Add the beans and onions. Pour dressing over top; gently stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BARLEY LIME FIESTA SALAD



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Got this at ShopRite® and loved it so much I had to make it. This is what I came up with. I had this alongside my smoked chicken and bacon with avocado spread sandwich. Perfect complement! All the ingredients for the vinaigrette are by eye and to taste.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup pearl barley
2 cups water
½ (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
¾ chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped, or to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons light corn syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon lime juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar, or to taste
onion powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the barley and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the barley is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat, and chill in refrigerator.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked barley, black beans, green and red bell pepper, corn, celery, red onion, carrot, chipotle pepper, 1 tablespoon of canola oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin until thoroughly mixed.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, corn syrup, 1 tablespoon of canola oil, lime juice, lemon juice, cilantro, white vinegar, and onion powder; pour dressing over barley mixture, and toss to combine. Refrigerate salad until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 262.6 mg, Sugar 4 g

SUMMER BEAN SALAD II



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Enjoy the fresh flavors of summer's best in every bite of this easy, colorful salad!

Provided by Anna E.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1 small onion, diced
1 cup cherry tomato halves
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently toss beans, corn, onion, tomatoes, lime juice, and lemon zest. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix in basil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 187.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BROAD BEAN, BARLEY & MINT SALAD



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These little green beans go really well with grains like pearl barley - for a light touch, serve cold with goat's cheese, mint and nuts

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1l vegetable stock
500g podded fresh broad bean (or use frozen)
225g pearl barley
2 handfuls mint leaves
200g radish , quartered
100g whole hazelnut , toasted and roughly chopped
140g goat's cheese , crumbled into small chunks
4 tbsp cold-pressed rapeseed or olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
juice and zest ½ lemon
1 tbsp finely chopped mint leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the stock in a medium saucepan until boiling, then add the broad beans and cook for 3 mins until they float. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl and run under cold water to stop them cooking further. Squeeze the beans from their skins, if desired.
  • Add the pearl barley to the stock and simmer over a low heat for 40-45 mins until tender. Drain the barley, stir through the mint leaves while still warm, then leave to cool.
  • For the dressing, whisk all the ingredients together, season generously and mix into the cooled barley. Serve on a large platter or individual plates, scattered with the radishes, hazelnuts and goat's cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

SUMMER 3 BEAN & BARLEY SALAD



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A nice salad to use when you're grilling outside. I think it's a pretty addition to the table and has a little more nutritional value than the typical corn or potato chips! :)

Provided by Crystelle

Categories     Black Beans

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups water
4 bouillon cubes (any flavor) or 4 teaspoons instant bouillon granules (any flavor)
2 cups quick-cooking barley
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans or 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup honey mustard dressing

Steps:

  • In saucepan, combine water, bouillon and barley.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the liquid is gone and barley is tender.
  • Place cooked barley in a bowl.
  • Add beans and green onions.
  • Toss with dressing.
  • Serve or chill several hours before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal beans. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't overcook the beans. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will add different textures and flavors to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. This is a great way to personalize your salad and make it your own.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep it refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

This three-bean barley salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the summer harvest. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also incredibly versatile. You can serve it as a main course or a side dish, and it's also great for potlucks and picnics. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and nutritious summer salad, give this one a try!

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