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Barley Marshmallow Fruit Salad

Barley Marshmallow Fruit Salad

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  • 3-4

    Servings

  • 10 min

    Preparation Time

  • 50 min

    Cook Time

  • Rating

This citrus-sweet salad is a fun way to enjoy fruit in a different way. While the marshmallows may make you think this is a dessert, Barley Marshmallow Fruit Salad is a delicious and creamy side that makes a great addition to lunch and dinner. This salad’s unique list of ingredients creates a comforting dish the kids will love and makes for a great dish to pass at a gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1/4 cup Quaker® - Medium Barley
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup halved seedless red grapes
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
  • 1/4 cup shredded or flaked coconut
  • 1 cup dairy sour cream

Cooking Instructions

  • In medium saucepan bring water to a boil; stir in barley.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50 to 60 minutes or until barley is tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain and allow barley to cool to room temperature.
  • Combine barley with remaining ingredients except sour cream; toss lightly to mix.
  • Fold in sour cream.
  • Chill several hours before serving.

Cook Note:

To Use Quick Barley: Substitute 1/3 cup Quaker Quick Barley, decrease water to 1 cup and decrease cooking time to 10 to 12 minutes. Proceed as recipe directs.

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