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Kale-Edamame-and-Barley-Salad

Kale, Edamame and Barley Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette

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Fresh kale can be a little tough to chew. Cutting away the ribs and finely chopping the leaves solves that problem. Small pieces of kale means there will be kale goodness in every bite of this Kale, Edamame and Barley Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette.

Kale-Edamame-and-Barley-Salad

Kale, Edamame and Barley Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette

Small pieces of kale means there will be kale goodness in every bite of this delicious salad.
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Course: Salad
Preparation: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 6
Author: GoBarley and Shannon Crocker

Ingredients

  • 1 cup barley (pot or pearl)
  • 4 cups finely chopped kale, ribs removed
  • 1 1/2 cups shelled edamame
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp/5mL dried dill)
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
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Instructions

  • To cook barley, in a medium saucepan over high heat, bring 1 cup (250 mL) pot or pearl barley and 2 cups (500 mL) water to a boil.
  • Cover the pan and reduce heat. Simmer until barley is tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, add barley to a colander and rinse with cold water; set aside and let cool completely before adding to the salad.
  • In a large bowl, combine barley, kale, and edamame.
  • In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, dill, sugar, and lemon zest. Pour dressing over barley mixture and toss until well coated. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to blend flavours.
  • Before serving, garnish with feta cheese.

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Nutrition Facts
Kale, Edamame and Barley Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
285
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
 
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
6
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
104
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
495
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
32
g
11
%
Fiber
 
9
g
38
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
 
4756
IU
95
%
Vitamin C
 
45
mg
55
%
Calcium
 
196
mg
20
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Shannon Crocker

Shannon Crocker is a Canadian-food-loving registered dietitian and professional home economist that promotes simple food for vibrant living. An avid cook and foodie, you can often find her playing in the kitchen developing nutritious and delicious recipes.

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