Blueberry-Barley Bread Bars

These bread bars are low on the glycemic load scale and therefore they are a good snack option for pre-diabetics and diabetics. They can also be served as a vegan meal accompaniment, as well. The texture is crumbly and rustic with a subtle hint of sweetness from the berries, an earthy chew from the barley flakes and nutty crunch from the walnuts. These bread bars pair nicely with wild game entrees such as pheasant, quail, wild boar, or elk, or serve them with a pot of vegan vegetable stew, chili or a crisp green salad.