Barley, Shrimp, and Corn Salad

Name: Barley, Shrimp, and Corn Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 cup barley; 2.5 cups water; 1 pound cooked bay shrimp; 2 cups frozen corn, thawed; 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper; 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper; 4 green onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon minced lemon zest; 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice; 0.25 cup olive oil; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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A lightly seasoned oil and lemon juice dressing perfectly accents the flavors of this salad made with barley, shrimp, and red and green bell peppers.

Recipe by GERALD GALLOWAY

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs 5 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup barley
2 ½ cups water
1 pound cooked bay shrimp
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red bell pepper
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced lemon zest
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Combine barley and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately 35 minutes.
Transfer barley to a large bowl, and toss with shrimp, corn, bell peppers, green onions, thyme, and lemon zest.
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
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
Vitamin C 59mg	296%
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.