I think I made this salad 5 or 6 times during the past month. It’s the beginning of spring here, and still, I can’t stop making this fall – winter vegetable salad. It’s hearty, comforting and so damn tasty. This nourishing vegan Barley Salad with Roasted Vegetables is filling and full of the good stuff. We all know veggies like butternut squash, cauliflower, onions or arugula are amazing for your health, but did you know barley has some great health benefits too? Barley is an ancient grain that’s high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Want to learn more about barley? Check out this link. This salad also features chickpeas (a wonderful plant-based protein) and a good amount of healthy fats like almonds, olives and tahini. Therefore, this vegetable salad is incredibly delicious, but it’s also jam-packed with nutrients.