AuthorMarla Meridith
Preheat the oven to 375˚ Fahrenheit with the rack in the middle.
Toast the barley in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often until fragrant. Add the water slowly and stir in the salt. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes. At the 20 minute mark, check the barley to see if additional water is needed. Remove the barley from the heat and transfer for a large serving bowl. Toss with one tablespoon olive oil.
While the barley is cooking, roast the brussels sprouts. Trim off the tough end of the brussels sprouts. Cut them in 1/2 or quarter them, depending on how big they are. Toss them with the olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes. Toss with a pair of tongs half way through cooking time.
Add the brussels sprouts to the barley and toss. Mix in the smoked paprika, cranberries, feta cheese and lemon juice. Season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm or cold.
Ingredients
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375˚ Fahrenheit with the rack in the middle.
Toast the barley in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often until fragrant. Add the water slowly and stir in the salt. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes. At the 20 minute mark, check the barley to see if additional water is needed. Remove the barley from the heat and transfer for a large serving bowl. Toss with one tablespoon olive oil.
While the barley is cooking, roast the brussels sprouts. Trim off the tough end of the brussels sprouts. Cut them in 1/2 or quarter them, depending on how big they are. Toss them with the olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes. Toss with a pair of tongs half way through cooking time.
Add the brussels sprouts to the barley and toss. Mix in the smoked paprika, cranberries, feta cheese and lemon juice. Season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm or cold.
