Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad
Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad brings a satisfying mix of tender barley and rice with creamy black and kidney beans, sweet corn, and crisp bell pepper. A tangy red wine vinegar and chili-spiced dressing ties it together with gentle heat and freshness from cilantro, perfect for a light lunch, picnic side, or potluck dish.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 5 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the barley, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes or until tender. Let it cool.
- 2
In a saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil and add the rice. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until tender. Let it cool.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the cooled barley, rice, black beans, kidney beans, corn, onions, red bell pepper, and cilantro. Mix well.
- 4
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, chili powder, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Whisk in the oil, pour over the salad, and toss well. Transfer to a lettuce-lined bowl to serve.
- Calories 338.34 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.8 g Moderate
- Carbs 41.3 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.73 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.47 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.1 mg Low Source
- Sodium 164.44 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.8 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.3 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 43.6 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.26 mg Moderate
- Potassium 322.16 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 61.62 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 25.37 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad is a Tex Mex side dish recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Barley, Black Beans, Black Pepper, and Chili Powder. Each serving provides about 338.34 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad?
- It is a Tex-Mex salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Barley, Black Beans, Black Pepper, Chili Powder, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 338.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Kerry's Hearty Bean and Grain Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 4 steps.
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