How to Make Caribbean Barley Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

With its vibrant blend of flavors and textures, Caribbean Barley Salad is a hearty and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer barbecue or as a standalone meal. This recipe combines the nutty and chewy texture of barley with a medley of fruits, vegetables, and spices that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a fan of Caribbean cuisine or simply looking for a new, healthy dish to try, this salad is guaranteed to satisfy.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup barley
  • 1 large mango, peeled and diced, divided
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups cooked black beans
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan. Add barley; cover and simmer until tender yet firm to the bite, about 20 minutes. Drain any excess cooking liquid and let cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Mash 1/4 of the mango against the side of a large bowl using a fork or potato masher. Whisk in lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add barley, remaining mango, black beans, grape tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno; toss until well-combined.
  • Nutrition

    294 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 943mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 652mg