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Barley, Tuna and Mozzarella Salad

Easy to make and super tasty, this salad is rich in vitamins and minerals your body will love.
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Quick and Easy
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 254kcal
Author: Rowena Dumlao-Giardina

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 1 cup pearl barley uncooked
  • 1 1/4 cups cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/2 cup tuna canned
  • 7 ounces mozzarella balls diced
  • 1/2 cup olives pitted and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 12 basil leaves fresh
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Over medium to high heat, in a medium pot of salted boiling water, put the barley and cook for about 20 minutes or until tender. Rinse, drain and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together carefully so that you don't crush the mozzarella.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 153mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 8
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 8
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 8