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Saturday, April 10, 2010

Barley and Quinoa Salad with Peas

Spring is here - celebrate with great refreshing salads!1 cup barley
2 Tbsp. organic brown quinoa
1 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
2 Tbsp. red onion
¼ cup red pepper, diced
2 Tbsp. fresh mint

Dressing:
Juice of ½ lime
Jest of ½ lime
½ tsp salt
¼ cup olive oil

Cook barley and quinoa in 6 cups water with 2 teaspoons salt for about 15-20 minutes until barley is just al dente. Drain and briefly rinse with cold water. Mix with dressing and remaining ingredients and cool for at least half an hour.

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