White pearl barley is smaller and whiter than regular pearl barley. This salad would work with many other grains too, such as cracked wheat, freekah or quinoa. Adjust the cooking time if using an alternative. The salad is perfect on its own as a light meal but also suited to accompanying simple pan-fried fish or grilled chicken.
Ingredients
Preserved lemon dressing
Method
Main
1.Cook pearl barley in boiling water until tender (10-15 minutes), drain well, transfer to a bowl and cool.
2.Meanwhile, for preserved lemon dressing, combine ingredients in a bowl and season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.
3.Combine barley with remaining ingredients, drizzle with dressing, toss gently and serve immediately.
Note White pearl barley is available from David Jones food halls and select delicatessens.
Drink Suggestion: Chilled manzanilla sherry. Drink suggestion by Max Allen
Notes