Ingredients

  • 200 g (7.1oz) pearl barley
  • 0.5 cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • 1 pomegranate, seeds removed and reserved
  • 75 g (2.6oz) dried cranberries
  • 60 g (2.1oz) chopped walnuts, toasted
  • 75 g (2.6oz) chopped pistachio nut kernels
  • 2 handfuls flat-leaf parsley, leaves chopped
  • 4 mint sprigs, leaves chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp white balsamic or white wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses

Method

  • Put the pearl barley in a large saucepan of cold water.
  • Bring to the boil over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 40 minutes, or until tender.
  • Drain, refresh in cold water and drain again.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to the boil with a pinch of salt.
  • Blanch the cauliflower for 1 minute.
  • Drain, refresh in cold water and drain again.
  • Put the pearl barley, cauliflower, pomegranate seeds, cranberries, walnuts, pistachios, parsley and mint in a large bowl.
  • Toss to combine.
  • Put the olive oil, vinegar and pomegranate molasses in a small bowl.
  • Whisk to combine, season to taste and pour over the cauliflower salad.
  • Mix together gently and serve.