This pasta salad is a big hit every time I make it. It’s great as an appetizer or as lunch, but can also be a light warm-weather entrée. Studies show that if you beef up dishes such as this one with plenty of bulky vegetables like broccoli, you’ll be satisfied with less calorie intake, which could help with weight loss and, subsequently, blood pressure reduction.

Ingredients ¾ c. barley 2½ c. water 12 oz. green beans, chopped into ½-inch pieces 1 medium shallot, finely chopped 2 large radishes, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped…

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