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Barley Black Bean Salad

By Linda Larsen, About.com

I invented this recipe because my husband loves barley. The color contrast between the barley, the wild rice, and the black beans is very beautiful.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup medium barley
  • 1/2 cup wild rice
  • 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup creamy honey mustard salad dressing
  • 2 Tbsp. honey mustard
  • 1/4 cup milk

Preparation:

Cook barley and wild rice as directed on packages. While they are cooking, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, salad dressing, mustard, and milk in large bowl and mix well. When the grains are tender, drain well and stir into the dressing mixture. Add remaining ingredients and stir gently to coat. Chill at least 2 hours before serving. 8 servings
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