Cheesy Barley Sandwich Spread

Name: Cheesy Barley Sandwich Spread Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pearl barley (approx 100g); 1-1/3 cups water; 8-ounces (227g approx) 95% fat free cream cheese softened; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/3 cup chopped spring onions; 1/2 cup chopped red capsicum; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram or italian herbs; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste

Minutes to Prepare: 15
Minutes to Cook: 45

Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup pearl barley (approx 100g)1-1/3 cups water8-ounces (227g approx) 95% fat free cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/3 cup chopped spring onions1/2 cup chopped red capsicum1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram or italian herbs1/2 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and pepper to taste

Directions

Rinse barley and place in small saucepan with water. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 35-45 minutes until barley is tender, or according to package directions. Drain if necessary and set aside to cool for 20 minutes.

In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with mustard until smooth. Add barley and remaining ingredients and mix well. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 4 days.

Makes 6-8 servings. (Nutritional Info calculated for 6 servings)

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving

Calories: 131.5
Total Fat: 3.5 g
Cholesterol: 3.3 mg
Sodium: 303.9 mg
Total Carbs: 14.2 g
Dietary Fiber: 2.4 g
Protein: 8.2 g

More Recipes Like This

TIME20

CALS240

(209 ratings)

Whole Wheat Pasta with Sesame Peanut Sauce

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.Submitted by: BCJL13

CALORIES 239.9 FAT 5.9 PROTEIN 9.4 CARBS 39.5 FIBER 7

TIME0

CALS294

(190 ratings)

Vegetarian Black Bean Cakes with Orange-Basil Salsa

These bean cakes are yummy and great for you. Served with the salsa, it makes a very colorful and festive presentation. I serve these with a lite side salad. Plenty of protein and fiber. Even my meat loving hubby loves this meal.Submitted by: BCJL13

CALORIES 294.2 FAT 6.1 PROTEIN 14.2 CARBS 48.3 FIBER 13.6

TIME30

CALS285

(549 ratings)

White Beans, Spinach and Tomatoes over Linguine

This filling vegetarian meal is nutritious and easy to make. Submitted by: TWINMOM143

CALORIES 284.5 FAT 5.1 PROTEIN 13.7 CARBS 52.7 FIBER 10.2

TIME0

CALS57

(187 ratings)

Broiled Asparagus

This is the best asparagus you will ever have!Submitted by: AUNTKEEKEE

CALORIES 57.1 FAT 3.8 PROTEIN 2.5 CARBS 5.6 FIBER 2.5

TIME25

CALS94

(274 ratings)

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms on the Grill

These cheesy stuffed mushrooms are a light vegetarian meal or a hearty side dish. Submitted by:

CALORIES 93.7 FAT 3.9 PROTEIN 6.9 CARBS 10.1 FIBER 2.6

Member Reviews