Protein Barley Salad

Name: Protein Barley Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: • ⅓ cup dry pearl barley rinsed (or 1 cup cooked); • 2 cups cooked beans or ¾ cup dried beans, cooked*; • 1 cup cooked French lentils or green or brown lentils (or ½ cup dried lentils, cooked); • 1 ½ cups finely chopped kale; • ½ cup grated carrots about 1 medium carrot; • ¼ cup finely chopped shallots or red onion; • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; • Pumpkin seeds to taste (optional); • 1 tablespoon mellow miso white miso or chickpea miso; • 2 tablespoons lemon juice plus more to taste; • 1 teaspoon date syrup or maple syrup; • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; • 1 clove garlic; • ½ cup fresh parsley; • ¼ cup fresh basil or mint (4 large leaves)

Instructions

Prep:30min

This Protein Barley Salad is a marinated, meal-prep staple made with beans, lentils, and barley tossed in an oil-free herb dressing. High in fiber and plant protein, it helps lower cholesterol and blood sugar while supporting weight goals. Created by a Registered Dietitian for maximum flavor and function.

Updated at: Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:47:28 GMT