Barley is a good source of both fill-you-up fast complex carbs (fibre, selenium) and minerals (phosphorus, copper and manganese).
Ingredients
2 small onions, finely chopped
2 - 3 tbsp celery stalks, finely chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup pearl barley
1 1⁄2 cups Nourish Broth, prepared
1 1⁄2 tsp Nourish Broth Mix
1 cup boiling water
1 cup water
1 tbsp lemon juice, grate rind
1 - 2 tsp Greek Seasoning, or Souvlaki Seasoning
1⁄4 cup golden raisins
1⁄4 cup sunflower seeds, optional
1 tbsp Fines Herbes Topper, optional
Preparation
In a medium saucepan, sauté onions and celery in oil until tender.
Add barley, Nourish Broth, water, lemon rind and Greek Seasoning. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 40 minutes.
Remove from heat, and add raisins and lemon juice. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and Fines Herbes just before serving.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 260, Fat 4.5 g (Saturated 0.5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g (Fiber 11 g, Sugars 10 g), Protein 7 g.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with grilled steak and steamed veggies.