OMG, I can’t get enough of the original version I did of this salad, so I’ve decided to create a slightly different one (just so I don't get sick of the first one). This version is just as good, the flavours and textures are incredible. Do yourself a favour and give it a go!You can make it at the start of the week and it will last about 3–4 days. Just hold off on dressing it and adding the nuts until you’re ready to eat.
Preheat the oven to 180°C conventional (180°C fan-forced). Wrap the beetroot in foil and lay them on a lined baking tray. Lay out the cauliflower florets and drizzle with some olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast for 30 minutes or until cooked. Remove the foil and cut each beetroot into eight pieces. Set aside.
2 beetroot, 2 cups cauliflower florets, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt & cracked black pepper
Meanwhile, cook the barley as per packet instructions (try not to overcook so you don’t lose the nutty texture). Drain and leave to cool for 15 minutes.
1 cup pearl barley
Place the barley, chickpeas, beetroot, cauliflower, dried cranberries, rocket, red onion, mint, parsley, slivered almonds and feta in a large bowl. Toss everything together and season well.
1 cup pearl barley, 400 g canned chickpeas, 2 beetroot, 2 cups cauliflower florets, 3/4 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup rocket leaves, 1/2 red onion, 1/2 cup mint leaves, 1/2 cup parsley leaves, 100 g danish feta cheese, 1/2 cup slivered almonds
For the dressing: Mix all the ingredients together and adjust to taste.
extra virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, sea salt & cracked black pepper