Ingredients

  • 1 cup carrot juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (19 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup diced tomato
  • 1/2 cup diced avocado

Method

  • Combine carrot juice, thyme, salt and cayenne in saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Add barley. Reduce to a simmer. Cover. Cook until barley is tender, 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice and oil in a large bowl. Add barley and any liquid remaining in pan. Toss to coat. Add beans, tomatoes and avocado. Toss.