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Barley, Shrimp, and Corn Salad

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.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 487
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Combine barley and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately 35 minutes.
  2. Transfer barley to a large bowl, and toss with shrimp, corn, bell peppers, green onions, thyme, and lemon zest.
  3. 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

Calories: 487kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 33gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 221mgSodium: 557mgFiber: 11gSugar: 5g

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