Healthy Food Database

Barley - Rolled
Very slightly darker in colour to rolled oats, but otherwise looks almost identical.
Category: Grain
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Buy from a health food store with a high turnover of produce to ensure freshness.
To Store:
Store in a dry, airtight container in a cool place or in the fridge.
Tips & Tricks:
Barley has a lower fat content than oats - mix with oats to make your own muesli and porridge.
Cooking Tips:
Rolled barley makes a quick porridge - dry roast 1/2 cup of the grain until fragrant - add 2 cups water and a pinch of salt and stir continuously until the water has absorbed and the grain is soft. Top with stewed fruit and milk.

Nutrition per 0.5 Cup:

Energy (kJ):
635
Moderate GI 55 - 70:
Protein (g):
4.3
Saturated Fat, g :
0.2
Niacin (B3):
Amines:
Negligible
Glutamates:
n/a
Carbohydrates, g:
30.6
Fibre, g:
Fat (g):
1.2
Vitamin B1:
Vitamin B6:
Salicylates:
Safe/negligible amount

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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