Lima Edamame Barley Pesto Salad

The Lima Edamame Barley Pesto Salad is a nutritious and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. This vibrant salad combines tender lima beans and edamame with hearty barley, all tossed in a fresh and aromatic pesto sauce. The pesto, made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, infuses the salad with a delightful herbal richness. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, fibre, and essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing and healthy option. (Recipe courtesy: Ritu Oswal)

INGREDIENTS

1cuplima beans

2tablespoonbarley pearls

2tablespoonedamame beans

6green beans

4clovesgarlic

100gmpine nuts

1cupbasil

4tablespoonextra virgin olive oil

0salt as required

How to make Lima Edamame Barley Pesto Salad

Step 1

In a pressure cooker, boil lima beans, and green beans together for 1-2 whistles. Next, boil barley pearls in a pan, and make sure they are soft and chewy.

Step 2

Now, in a blender jar, add all the dressing ingredients, and make sure to wash basil leaves before adding in this jar. Blend together to make Pesto paste.

Step 3

Transfer the boiled and cut beans in a bowl and pour 1-2 tbsp of this pesto paste and serve fresh. Enjoy!