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Quick and Easy Healthy Lunch Box Recipes: Delight in Barley Salad with Figs and Tarragon-Lemon Dressing

Quick and Easy Healthy Lunch Box Recipes : Barley Salad with Figs and Tarragon-Lemon Dressing

A refreshing and nutritious barley salad featuring figs and a zesty tarragon-lemon dressing, perfect for lunch boxes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup barley
  • 1 cup fresh figs, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook barley according to package instructions, then let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled barley, figs, and tarragon.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the barley mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Add chopped walnuts and mix gently.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.
  • Feel free to add other nuts or seeds for extra crunch.

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