Ingredients

  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/8 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/8 teaspoon dried mint flakes
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 3/8 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • cooking spray
  • 7 ounces chopped onions
  • 5 ounces chopped red bell peppers
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 7 ounces uncooked pearl barley
  • 14 1/2 ounces canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 bunch chopped green onion

Method

  • Combine the first 7 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Coat skillet with cooking spray and oil; add chopped onion, bell pepper, and soy sauce.
  • Cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until vegetables are lightly browned.
  • Add broth, barley, tomatoes, and spice mixture, and stir well.
  • Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 55 minutes or until barley is done.
  • Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Stir in green onions.
  • Serve.