- Serves: 4
 - Ingredient Notes: Vegetarian, Vegan, Corn-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Peanut-free, Soy-free, Tree nut-free
 
- Each serving
 - 260cal
 - 7g fat (1g sat)
 - 0mg chol
 - 700mg sodium
 - 40g carb
 - 9g fiber
 - 7g sugars
 - 5g protein
 
Ingredients
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
 - 1 cup pearled barley
 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
 - 1 clove garlic, minced
 - 1/2 cup sliced red or sweet onions
 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
 - 1 cup watercress or other bitter greens of your choice (roughly chopped if larger leaves)
 
Directions
In a large saucepan, heat water or broth, barley and salt over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer until barley is cooked and tender, about 45 minutes.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil and vinegar; stir in garlic. Add onions, cranberries, watercress or greens and cooked barley. Stir well. This is delicious served warm or chilled.
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