Categories: Salad- Salad Dressings- Slaw

Ingredients

• 1 cup quick-cooking barley
• 1/2 lb. asparagus
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 6 radishes, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
• 3/4 tsp. coarse salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Cook barley according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl.

2. Snap off asparagus ends. Trim scales and cut spears diagonally into bite-size pieces (about 1 1/2 cups). Steam asparagus on steamer rack over boiling water 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Place under cold running water; drain and pat dry with paper towels.

3. Add asparagus, celery, radishes, parsley and mint to barley. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over salad and mix gently.

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