Barley with Sautéed Leeks, Peas & Parsley

Health Highlights

Ingredients

1 cup	Pearl barley, dry
3 cup	Water
1 dash	Kosher salt
2 tbsp	Olive Oil, Extra Virgin
2 medium leek(s)	Leek (white and light green parts only)
1 dash	Kosher salt (for leeks)
1 dash	Black pepper (to taste)
1 cup	Frozen green peas
2 tsp	Lemon peel (zest)
1/2 cup	Parsley, fresh (chopped)

In a medium saucepan, combine the barley, water, and salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until the barley is tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain off any remaining water in the pan and transfer the barley to a large bowl.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
Add the peas and lemon zest and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and then fold the mixture into the barley.

Nutrition Highlights

Barley is a rich source of both soluble and insoluble fiber which helps to promote healthy digestion and decrease sugar spikes!

Calories 190

Calories from fat 48

Calories from saturated fat 8.4

Total Fat 5.3 g

Saturated Fat 0.9 g

Trans Fat 0.0 g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7 g

Monounsaturated Fat 3.2 g

Cholesterol 0.2 mg

Sodium 246 mg

Potassium 213 mg

Total Carbohydrate 34 g

Dietary Fiber 7.0 g

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 5.3 g