...with Chile Cilantro Dressing.
Sounds like Jenise needs a few more ideas to use up all that barley!
1 cup medium-grain barley
Salt
1 poblano chile, roasted, peeled and diced
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic
1/2 jalapeno, seeded and coarsely chopped, or to taste
1 cups packed cilantro leaves
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, chopped
1 1/2 cups cooked fresh corn kernels
1 pint red cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
In a large pot bring 6 cups water to a boil, stir in the barley and salt. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer the barley for 40 minutes or until tender. Drain the barley and rinse with cold water until it is thoroughly cooled, drain well. In a blender combine the white wine vinegar, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro and vegetable oil and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
In a large bowl combine the cooked barley and the dressing, mixing well. Stir in the scallions, corn and tomatoes and season to taste. Chill the salad, covered, and serve