For Professionals

Barley Rice

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min

This dish is easy to make and is filled with fiber because of the barley.  

Makes

4 servings

Serving size

½ cup

Ingredients

⅓ cup pearled barley, dry 

⅓ cup short grain white rice, dry 

1 tablespoon unsalted butter 

½ cup red onion, chopped 

½ cup carrots, chopped 

½ cup celery, chopped 

2 ¼ cups unsalted chicken broth 

1 teaspoon dried thyme 

1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 

Instructions

  1. Run the barley and rice under cold water until it runs clear. Set aside. 
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. When hot, add the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook 45 minutes or until onions are soft. 
  3. Add barley and rice and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. 
  4. Add the chicken broth, thyme, and poultry seasoning and stir. Bring to a boil. 
  5. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. 
  6. Remove from heat, remove cover, and place a towel over top. Let rest 10 minutes. 
  7. When rested, fluff with a fork. 

Cooking Tip

Toss barley in your favorite green salad for some added fiber and grains. Serve this dish as a side along with chicken or tofu.

Recipe contributed by Satellite Healthcare

Nutrition Info

Nutrition Info

Makes: 4 servings  Serving size: ½ cup

Calories

184

Fat

4 g

Saturated Fat

2 g

Trans Fat

<1 g

Cholesterol

8 mg

Carbohydrates

32 g

Sugar

2 g

Fiber

4 g

Protein

6 g

Sodium

98 mg

Calcium

35 mg

Phosphorus

110 mg

Potassium

299 mg