Balsamic Orange and Barley Salad

A different, and delicious salad, Serves 4.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  cups  orange juice
• 3  cups water
• 1 1⁄2 cups pearl barley
• 1⁄3 cup  balsamic vinegar
• 1  tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2  tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1  red bell pepper, diced
• 1  yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1  cup scallion, sliced
•  salt and ground pepper

Directions

1. In a heavy saucepan, bring orange juice and water to a boil; add barley, reduce heat. Cover and cook 35-45 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 25-30 minutes. Drain; reserve.
2. In large bowl, combine vinegar and mustard. Whisk in oil to create dressing. Stir in parsley and rosemary. Add reserved warm barley, peppers, and scallions and toss to to coat. Season with salt and pepper , if desired.
3. Refrigerate. Let stand at least 1 hour before serving.