Mango-Blue Cheese Barley Salad

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0

Refreshing Mango-Blue Cheese Barley Salad

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

406

Sugar

16g

Fat

19g

Looking for a refreshing and healthy salad that's easy to make and packed with flavor? Look no further than Mango-Blue Cheese Barley Salad! This delicious salad is filled with a combination of fresh and tangy flavors, making it the perfect lunch or dinner choice for any occasion. The salad is made with a base of tender mesclun greens and sliced mango, which are combined with cooked barley, crispy toasted pecans, and tangy blue cheese. To add even more flavor and nutrition, the salad is served with perfectly cooked roasted chicken breast, which adds a hearty serving of protein to the mix.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F and place the cubed chicken on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Pour the hot sauce over the chicken, and toss to coat evenly.
2.	Roast the chicken in the oven until cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes.
3.	In a large bowl, combine the cooked barley, 3 tablespoons of crumbled blue cheese, and toasted pecans, and stir to mix well.
4.	Add the sliced mango and mesclun to the bowl, and toss gently to combine.
5.	Drizzle the salad with balsamic vinaigrette, and serve immediately.

PROS

Mango-Blue Cheese Barley Salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a filling and satisfying meal.
The combination of sweet and savory flavors in the salad is a perfect balance, and the roasted chicken adds a satisfying protein boost.

CONS

One potential con of this recipe is that it does take some time to prepare all the ingredients properly.
The chicken must be cooked through, and the barley and pecans must be toasted to achieve the optimal flavor and texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mango-Blue Cheese Barley Salad offers a wide range of health benefits, thanks to its nutrient-dense ingredients. Barley is a great source of fiber, which can help promote healthy digestion and prevent conditions such as constipation, while mango is high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports healthy immune function. Additionally, blue cheese and pecans offer a range of important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A and calcium, that our bodies need to function properly.

	1 lb chicken breast , cubed
	2 tablespoons hot sauce
	4 tablespoons blue cheese , crumbled , divided
	1/3 cup barley ( the regular kind )
	1/2 cup pecan pieces , toasted
	1 mango , thinly sliced
	6 cups mesclun
	1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette