Cucumber, Buffalo Mozzarella, And Farro Salad Recipe

Name: Cucumber, Buffalo Mozzarella, And Farro Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon; 1/2 to 3/4 pound fresh mozzarella (preferably buffalo mozzarella); 1 seedless cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced diagonally; 1 ounce; or other soft lettuce, leaves torn if large (about 4 cups); Small handful of basil leaves, torn if large

Servings: persons

1/3 cup
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 cups water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon
1/2 to 3/4 pound fresh mozzarella (preferably buffalo mozzarella)
1 seedless cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced diagonally
1 ounce
or other soft lettuce, leaves torn if large (about 4 cups)
Small handful of basil leaves, torn if large

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Cook
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in 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until lightly toasted, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in water and 1/4 teaspoon salt and simmer, uncovered, until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Spread on a plate and cool completely.
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Whisk together lemon juice, zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 1/4 cup oil. Stir 2 tablespoon dressing into cooled
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.
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Slice mozzarella, then arrange over cucumber slices on plates and top with mache and basil. Drizzle salads with remaining dressing and sprinkle with
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.

174

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 2 cups water, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Cucumber, Buffalo Mozzarella, And Farro Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Cucumber, Buffalo Mozzarella, And Farro Salad

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