Barley-Vegetable Sauté

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Barley-Vegetable Sauté
18 min.
4
865kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Barley-Vegetable Sauté! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition, boasting a perfect health score of 100. If you're looking for a quick and wholesome meal that caters to various dietary preferences, you've found it! Ready in just 18 minutes, this recipe serves four and is ideal for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a satisfying main course.

Imagine the nutty flavor of cooked barley combined with the sweetness of thawed corn and the earthiness of lima beans, all brought together with aromatic thyme and a hint of garlic. This dish is dairy-free and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic choice for health-conscious eaters. The colorful medley of bell peppers and onions not only adds a crunch but also elevates the dish's visual appeal, making it a perfect centerpiece for your dining table.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Barley-Vegetable Sauté is simple to prepare and incredibly rewarding. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes healthy carbohydrates, moderate protein, and low fat, you can enjoy a guilt-free meal that nourishes your body and satisfies your taste buds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this deliciously healthy dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • cups barley cooked
  • teaspoons butter 
  • 16 ounces corn whole frozen thawed
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs dried fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • 10 ounces lima beans *soaked overnight frozen thawed
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup bell pepper red yellow chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook onion, bell pepper and garlic in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  3. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories865kcal
Protein14.39%
Fat8.4%
Carbs77.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.38
Glycemic Load
41.37
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
44.694347694192%

Flavonoids

Catechin
4.4mg
Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
1.97mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
8.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:865.46kcal
43.27%
Fat:8.32g
12.79%
Saturated Fat:1.66g
10.38%
Carbohydrates:171.98g
57.33%
Net Carbohydrates:133.67g
48.61%
Sugar:5.23g
5.81%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:525.38mg
22.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.04g
64.08%
Manganese:4.17mg
208.65%
Fiber:38.31g
153.26%
Selenium:72.98µg
104.25%
Vitamin C:79.08mg
95.86%
Vitamin B1:1.35mg
90.13%
Magnesium:302.01mg
75.5%
Phosphorus:636.9mg
63.69%
Copper:1.2mg
59.77%
Iron:9.45mg
52.49%
Vitamin B3:10.1mg
50.51%
Potassium:1486.06mg
42.46%
Zinc:6.29mg
41.94%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.58%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.4%
Folate:145.58µg
36.39%
Calcium:104.8mg
10.48%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.51%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.42%
Vitamin A:371.56IU
7.43%
Vitamin K:5.64µg
5.37%