VEGETABLE BARLEY

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Says Ellen Govertsen of Wheaton, Illinois: "This hearty side dish has colorful green snow peas, red pepper and just a hint of lemon to give it a fresh springtime taste. It can be served either warm or cool."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2-2/3 cups water
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh snow peas
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until tender. , In a small skillet, saute snow peas and red pepper in oil for 2 minutes. Add onions; saute 2 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. , Remove barley from the heat; stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest and vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges