Barley Salad with Corn and Peas

Description
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Ingredients

 * 3/4 cup pearl barley
 * 3 cups cooked fresh corn (from 3 large or 6 small ears)
 * 1/2 cup fresh green peas, lightly steamed, or 1/2 cup frozen petite Peas, thawed
 * 4 ripe plum tomatoes, diced
 * 1 celery stalk, diced (1/2 cup)
 * 2 scallions (white and light green parts), sliced
 * 3 to 4 Tbs. chopped fresh dill
 * 3 Tbs. olive oil
 * Juice of 1/2 to 1 lemon, to taste
 * feta Cheese for garnish (optional)

Directions

 * 1) In medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add Barley, reduce heat and simmer, covered, until Barley is tender and water is absorbed, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let Barley cool to room temperature.
 * 2) In large bowl, combine Barley with remaining ingredients except feta Cheese; mix well. Serve at room temperature or chilled, with feta on the side for garnish if desired.