# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
02 - 3 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Herbs & Vegetables
04 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
07 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 small cucumber, diced
→ Dressing
10 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1 garlic clove, minced
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add barley, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender. Drain any excess water and let cool to room temperature.
02 - Combine cooled barley, parsley, mint, dill, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until fully emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the barley mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch or vibrant side dish.
