BARLEY SALAD: nutritious and super easy!

Name: BARLEY SALAD: nutritious and super easy!
Uploaded: 2025-09-02T15:27:48Z
Duration: PT162.920S
Channel: Food Inspiration

published on 2 September, 2025 at 17:27

INGREDIENTS

300g pearl barley

250g pre-cooked chickpeas (drained weight)

2 yellow bell peppers

2 zucchini

1 eggplant

150g cherry tomatoes

1 clove of garlic

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp cumin seeds

Fresh basil, to taste

Dried oregano, to taste

Olive oil, to taste

Salt and pepper, to taste

METHOD

1. In a bowl, mix the drained chickpeas with cumin seeds, smoked paprika, a pinch of salt, and one tablespoon of olive oil.

2. Spread them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and toast at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes. Let cool.

3. In another bowl, mix the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of oregano.

4. In a pan, sauté the chopped bell peppers, zucchini (cut into half-moons), and eggplant (cubed) with a drizzle of olive oil and the garlic clove.

5. Once cooked, remove the garlic, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of oregano. Let cool.

6. Cook the barley in lightly salted boiling water. Drain and let it cool.

7. In a large bowl, mix the barley with the vegetables, chickpeas, and cherry tomatoes. Add a few torn basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.

8. Serve with a few fresh basil leaves on top.

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