How to Make Minted Barley Pilaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy side dish to add to your dinner repertoire? Look no further than this Minted Barley Pilaf recipe! This simple yet flavorful dish is packed with nutrients and fresh ingredients, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Barley is a versatile and nutritious grain that is often overlooked in favor of rice or quinoa. However, it is a powerhouse of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it an excellent choice for a healthy diet. Combined wi...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 small carrot, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1 ½ cups chicken stock
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 5 large fresh mint leaves, chopped, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrot, celery, and salt; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add barley and mix to coat with oil; cook and stir until barley is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir chicken stock, water, thyme, and sage into barley mixture. Cover pot and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 45 minutes. Remove pot from heat and stir mint into barley pilaf. Cover pot and allow flavors to blend, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 213mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 173mg