Ingredients:

1 cup pearl barley

2 cups water

1 cucumber (diced)

1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

¼ cup olives (sliced)

¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt & pepper

Instructions :

Cook barley in water (15–20 minutes), then drain and cool.

In a bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and feta.

Add cooled barley.

Mix dressing ingredients and pour over salad.

Toss well and chill before serving.

Add grilled chicken or tuna for extra protein

Tastes even better after sitting for a few hours

You can swap feta with local cheese if needed