Barley, Cauliflower, and Herbs with Burrata

Vegetarian
Health score
27%
Barley, Cauliflower, and Herbs with Burrata
45 min.
4
405kcal

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our Barley, Cauliflower, and Herbs with Burrata! This vegetarian dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of wholesome ingredients that come together in perfect harmony. Imagine the nutty texture of pearl barley paired with the tender sweetness of finely chopped cauliflower, all enveloped in a fresh herb medley that invigorates your senses.

As you savored the contrasting textures of creamy burrata and crispy golden breadcrumbs, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will leave you yearning for more. The balance of acidity from fresh lemon juice and Champagne vinegar enlivens the dish, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil adds a luxurious finish. Not only is this dish visually appealing with its vibrant colors, but it also boasts a healthy caloric profile at 405 kcal per serving, making it a perfect choice for lunch or dinner.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this meal serves four people, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a budding cook, this recipe promises to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds. Embrace the goodness of vegetables and grains, and treat yourself to a wholesome dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup barley hulled
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs fresh fine
  • cup cauliflower finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup celery stalks finely chopped
  • tablespoon crème fraîche 
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh finely chopped
  • ounces mozzarella fresh
  • servings pepper black
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin plus more for drizzling
  • small shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoon citrus champagne vinegar 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook barley in a largepot of boiling salted water until tender,15–20 minutes for pearl, 35–40 for hulled orhull-less.
  2. Drain and spread out on a rimmedbaking sheet; let cool.
  3. Meanwhile, toss breadcrumbs with1 tablespoon oil on another rimmed baking sheet;season with salt.
  4. Bake, tossing once, untilgolden brown, 10–12 minutes; let cool.
  5. Bring milk to a simmer in a mediumsaucepan over medium-high heat; seasonwith salt.
  6. Add cauliflower and cook untiljust softened, about 3 minutes; drain well.Discard milk.
  7. Toss cauliflower, barley, breadcrumbs,shallot, celery hearts, celery leaves,parsley, parsley stems, lemon zest, lemonjuice, and vinegar in a bowl; season saladwith salt.
  8. Mix burrata and crème fraîche in amedium bowl; season with salt. Divideburrata mixture among plates, drizzle withoil, and top with barley salad; season withpepper.
  9. DO AHEAD: Barley can be cooked 1 dayahead; cover and chill. Breadcrumbscan be toasted 1 day ahead; store airtightat room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories405kcal
Protein20.78%
Fat47.63%
Carbs31.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.75
Glycemic Load
7.75
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.846956501836%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.55mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
8.45mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:404.86kcal
20.24%
Fat:21.69g
33.38%
Saturated Fat:10.75g
67.2%
Carbohydrates:32.37g
10.79%
Net Carbohydrates:26.99g
9.81%
Sugar:8.53g
9.47%
Cholesterol:61.2mg
20.4%
Sodium:669.68mg
29.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.29g
42.59%
Vitamin K:74.06µg
70.53%
Calcium:479.01mg
47.9%
Phosphorus:419.12mg
41.91%
Vitamin B12:1.98µg
33.02%
Selenium:22.73µg
32.48%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.15%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.78%
Vitamin C:21.2mg
25.7%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.6%
Fiber:5.38g
21.53%
Zinc:3.06mg
20.38%
Vitamin A:978.63IU
19.57%
Magnesium:68.91mg
17.23%
Potassium:507.25mg
14.49%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.12%
Folate:43.91µg
10.98%
Iron:1.9mg
10.55%
Vitamin D:1.57µg
10.46%
Vitamin B3:1.93mg
9.67%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.9%
Copper:0.17mg
8.41%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.12%
Source:Epicurious