Barley Rice
Brown rice packed with barley and spinach is a healthy dish that is rich in atioxidants, fiber, manganese and selenium. This healthy and hearty side can be paired with a steak dinner or topped with grilled chicken.
Ingredients
For 4 people
- 1/2 cup(s) chopped onions
- 2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
- 2/3 cup(s) pearled barley
- 1 3/4 cup(s) chicken broth
- 14 ounce(s) water
- 1/4 cup(s) brown rice
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme
- 1/4 finely chopped chipotle chili in adobo (1 tsp)
- 2 cup(s) torn fresh spinach
- 1/3 cup(s) pecans or walnuts, toasted and chopped
Directions
In saucepan cook onion in hot oil over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender; stirring occasionally. Add barley; cook and stir 3 minutes or until barley starts to brown. Add broth, water, brown rice, dried thyme (if using), and chipotle pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 45 minutes or until barley and rice are tender and most of liquid is absorbed. Stir in thyme and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and nuts just before serving.
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 219.03 kcal
- Fibers (g): 6.51g
- Sodium (mg): 135.49mg
- Carbs: 30.3g
- Fat: 10.07g
- Saturated fat (g): 1.12g
- Proteins: 5.85g