Barley Shrimp and Corn Salad

Barley Shrimp and Corn Salad

Barley Shrimp and Corn Salad

A lightly seasoned oil and lemon juice dressing perfectly accents the flavors of this salad made with barley, shrimp, and red and green bell peppers.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hrs 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup barley
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 pound cooked bay shrimp
  • 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • ½ cup diced green bell pepper
  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon minced lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine barley and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately 35 minutes.
  2. Transfer barley to a large bowl, and toss with shrimp, corn, bell peppers, green onions, thyme, and lemon zest.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over barley salad, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts

  • Servings Per Recipe 4
  • Calories 487
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 17g 21%
  • Saturated Fat 3g 13%
  • Cholesterol 221mg 74%
  • Sodium 557mg 24%
  • Total Carbohydrate 56g 20%
  • Dietary Fiber 11g 40%
  • Total Sugars 5g
  • Protein 33g
  • Vitamin C 59mg 296%
  • Calcium 82mg 6%
  • Iron 6mg 34%
  • Potassium 729mg 16%

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