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Fresh Mozz & Tomato Caprese Grain Bowls with Arugula, Creamy Balsamic Dressing & Almonds

If you dig the flavors of a classic Caprese salad, you’re going to love this bowl! We added a few extras that transform these simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. You’ll start with a bowl of hearty grains like bulgur, rice, and barley, then add peppery arugula, juicy grape tomatoes, and tender fresh mozzarella. Dress it all in a creamy balsamic-Dijon vinaigrette and sprinkle with sliced almonds for a nutty crunch. Thanks to some clever time-savers, you’ll be enjoying this tasty, nourishing dish in just 10 minutes!

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Quick Veggie lunches summer-alfresco
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 servings 4 servings
  • 1 microwavable grain blend
  • 2 veggie stock concentrates
  • 4 oz grape tomatoes
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 5 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cups olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 oz arugula
  • 0.5 oz sliced almonds
  • 0.25 tsp sugar
  • 2 microwavable grain blends
  • 4 veggie stock concentrates
  • 8 oz grape tomatoes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 10 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cups olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 4 oz arugula
  • 1 oz sliced almonds
  • 0.5 tsp sugar

Instructions

  1. • Wash and dry produce.
  2. • Massage grain blend in package; partially open top. Microwave until
    heated through, 1½-2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in stock
    concentrates, salt, and pepper; let cool. TIP: For faster cooling, transfer
    bowl to fridge.
  3. • Dice mozzarella into ½-inch pieces. Halve tomatoes.
  4. • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, half the mayonnaise, half the
    mustard, and ¼ tsp sugar until well combined. (For 4 servings, use all
    the mayonnaise, all the mustard, and ½ tsp sugar.) Gradually whisk in
    ¼ cup olive oil (½ cup for 4) until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. • To bowl with grain blend, add arugula, half the mozzarella, half the
    tomatoes, and as much dressing as you like; toss to combine.
  6. • Divide grain salad between bowls; top with almonds, remaining
    mozzarella, and remaining tomatoes. Drizzle with any remaining
    dressing and serve.