Salad in a Jar

Vegetables and grains that won't get soggy or limp are best in this salad that is easily transportable and GOOD:
(serves 4)

1  cup pearl barley
1 t. finely grated lemon rind
2&1/2 cups veg. broth or water.
1 carrot, grated
1/2 t. kosher* salt
6 T. bottled Italian vinaigrette dressing
1/2 cup gape tomato halves
1 cup fresh baby* spinach leaves, stems removed*
1/2 cup sliced crimini* mushrooms
2 (1 pt.) mason* jars with lids

Combine barley, lemon rind, and either veg. broth or water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 35-40 mins. Add carrot and salt. Stir and let cool completely before layering in jars. To assemble: Place 3 T. salad dressing in bottom of 1 jar. Layer half the barley mixture, half the tomatoes, half the spinach, and then half the mushrooms. Repeat layers in second jar.

"Don't rely too much on appearances. The prettiest berries can harbor mold inside."

Happy Friday!!

Love,

MM