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Ingredients
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1 cup barley
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2 ½ cups water
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1 pound cooked bay shrimp
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2 cups frozen corn, thawed
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½ cup diced green bell pepper
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½ cup diced red bell pepper
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4 green onions, chopped
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
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1 teaspoon minced lemon zest
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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¼ cup olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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Combine barley and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately 35 minutes.
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Transfer barley to a large bowl, and toss with shrimp, corn, bell peppers, green onions, thyme, and lemon zest.
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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 (per serving)
487 | Calories |
17g | Fat |
56g | Carbs |
33g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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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 | 65% |
Vitamin C 59mg | 66% |
Calcium 82mg | 6% |
Iron 6mg | 34% |
Potassium 729mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.