Barley "Pasta" Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
• ½ cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
• ½ cup uncooked pearl barley
• 2 cups finely chopped seeded tomato
• 1 cup thinly sliced spinach
• ½ teaspoon salt
• + 5 more ingredients
• • 2 teaspoons dry oregano
  • ¼ cup finely chopped pepperoncini peppers
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup (2 ounces) diced part-skim mozzarella cheese

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add barley; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 45 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain.Combine the juice, oil, and salt in large bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add barley, tomato, and remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat.

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