Barley Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the barley under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the barley, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water and let it cool.

2. 2

   While the barley is cooking, dice the cucumber and bell pepper into small pieces.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, juice of the lemon, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked barley, diced cucumber, bell pepper, and crumbled feta cheese.

5. 5

   Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.

6. 6

   Finely chop the dill and sprinkle it over the salad.

7. 7

   Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.