Ingredients

• 2 cups - barley
• salt to taste
• 3 - medium-sized tomatoes (cored and diced)
• 3/4 cup - mixed olives (pitted and coarsely chopped)
• 5 tsp - freshly squeezed lemon juice (more if needed)
• 2 tbsp - olive oil
• freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
• 1 tbsp - Tomato Twist

How to Make Barley Salad

• Pour the barley in a strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
• Place the washed barley in a large saucepan, cover with about 2 to 3 inches of water, season with salt and bring to boil over medium-high heat for about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Strain the barley and transfer to a large bowl. Keep at room temperature and allow it to cool for about 25 minutes.
• Add the tomatoes, olives, lemon juice and olive oil.
• Season with salt, pepper and Tomato Twist and stir to combine.