Barley, Pomegranate & Pistachio Salad

You will need:

• 1 cup pearl barley
• ½ cup toasted pistachio nuts, roughly chopped
• ⅓ cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup currants
• ½ cup cranberries, roughly chopped
• ½ cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 small red onion, cut into fine wedges
• ½ cup mint leaves, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup parsley, roughly chopped

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 teaspoons maple syrup
• Pinch of salt