Black-Barley-Ginger-Orange-Salad-1351014654[1]Black Barley is a wonderful satisfying grain that leaves you feeling comfortable. It is perfect in this oriental salad.

Black Barley Ginger Orange Salad
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Ingredients
  • 4 cups black barley cooked, chilled
  • 2 heads cabbage thinly shredded
  • 3 (15-ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup golden raisins
  • ½ cup scallion
  • 2 cups slivered, or sliced almonds
  • 1 (12-ounce) bag Chinese crunchy noodles for garnish
  • Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger root, or 2 tsp. ginger powder
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese Five Spice Blend
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup sesame oil
  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup Xagave, or honey
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
  1. Whisk dressing ingredients together, combine salad ingredients in large bow and toss with dressing. Garnish with Chinese noodles.