Breakfast Barley

Start your morning right with a comforting bowl of Breakfast Barley, a hearty and wholesome twist on your usual breakfast routine. This warm, creamy dish features nutty pearl barley simmered to tender perfection, then enriched with milk (dairy or plant-based), a touch of maple syrup, and warming cinnamon for a beautifully balanced flavor. Juicy blueberries and crunchy chopped almonds or walnuts add bursts of sweetness and texture, with optional toppings like sliced bananas or dried fruit allowing for a personalized touch. Packed with fiber and nutrients, this easy breakfast takes just 5 minutes to prep and is ready in under an hour, making it a satisfying and nourishing way to fuel your day. Perfect for cozy mornings or meal prepping, Breakfast Barley is a versatile and customizable recipe you’ll want to enjoy time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup pearl barley
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons chopped almonds or walnuts
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0 optional toppings (e.g., sliced bananas, dried fruit)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pearl barley thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh sieve to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed barley, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan with a lid, and cook the barley for about 25-30 minutes or until tender but still slightly chewy.

Step 4

If there is excess water remaining after cooking, drain the barley and return it to the saucepan.

Step 5

Add the milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the cooked barley. Stir to combine and cook over low heat for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the consistency to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the blueberries and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, just until the blueberries are warmed through (if fresh) or fully defrosted (if frozen).

Step 7

Divide the cooked breakfast barley between two bowls and sprinkle each serving with chopped almonds or walnuts.

Step 8

Add optional toppings like sliced bananas or dried fruit for extra sweetness and texture, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Breakfast Barley!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1338.9 grams (1338.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1166

Total Fat 14.80g	19%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 747mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 234.70g	85%
Dietary Fiber 37.80g	135%
Total Sugars 68.60g
Protein 32.40g	65%

Vitamin D 100IU	500%
Calcium 474mg	36%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1263mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.1%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 78.1%