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Warm Cauliflower and Herbed Barley Salad

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We're seeing gigante beans everywhere. They're creamy and buttery, and their size adds a dramatic look.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    35 minutes

  • Yield

    4 Servings

Ingredients

1

/2 cup pearled barley

Kosher salt

1

tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

3

tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1

tablespoon mayonnaise

1

teaspoon Dijon mustard

6

tablespoons olive oil, divided

Freshly ground black pepper

1

head cauliflower, cut into florets

1

15-ounce can gigante, corona, or butter beans, rinsed

1

/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, divided

2

tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves, divided

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place barley in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 inches. Season with salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 25-30 minutes. Drain; run under cold water. Set aside.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and 5 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl until emulsified. Season dressing with salt and pepper; set aside.

    Step 3

    Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower; cook, turning occasionally, until browned in spots, 10-12 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons water, cover, and cook until just tender, about 2 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 4

    Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl; add beans, 1/4 cup parsley, 1 tablespoon tarragon, reserved barley, and half of reserved dressing. Toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 5

    Divide salad among bowls; drizzle remaining dressing over. Garnish with lemon zest, 1/4 cup parsley, and 1 tablespoon tarragon.

Nutrition Per Serving

4 servings
1 serving contains: Calories (kcal) 420 Fat (g) 25 Saturated Fat (g) 3.5 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 43 Dietary Fiber (g) 11 Total Sugars (g) 4 Protein (g) 11 Sodium (mg) 260