BARLEY AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

Ingredients

• ​3 cups chicken broth
• 3/4 cup pearl barley
• 1/2 cup medium salsa
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 can (19 oz/540 mL) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen kernel corn, thawed
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion

Directions

1. Bring broth to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in barley and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 40 - 45 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed. Transfer barley to a bowl. Cool to room temperature.
2. Meanwhile, to prepare dressing, combine salsa, yogurt, lime juice, salt and garlic. Add beans, corn, bell peppers, cilantro and green onion to barley. Add dressing and toss to combine.