Roasted Cherry, Barley, And Goat Cheese Salad

Roasted Cherry, Barley, And Goat Cheese Salad
  • Author: Erin Alderson

This delightful salad combines chewy barley, sweet Rainier cherries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy pistachios, all tossed together with a tangy balsamic dressing. The earthy barley provides a hearty base for the juicy cherries and nutty pistachios, creating a well-balanced and satisfying dish. Enjoy a burst of flavors and textures in every bite with this vibrant salad!

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Hull-less or Hulled Barley
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups pitted Rainier Cherries
  • ¼ cup Roasted Pistachios Pieces
  • 2 ounces goat cheese
  • 2-3 handfuls lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Instructions

  • Combine barley and salt in a pot and cover with water, at least 2 cups. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and let cook until tender; 45-50 minutes, adding more water if need be to keep barley cooking. Pour cooked barley into a colander and run under cold water.
  • While barley cooks, preheat oven to 425˚.
  • Pit cherries and place in a roasting pan. Bake until juice have released and beginning to slightly caramelize, 15-20 minutes.
  • Once barley and cherries are done, toss with lettuce, goat cheese, and pistachios. Whisk or shake together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey; pour over salad and serve.

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Cook Time

45M

Prep Time

PT10M

Yield

2