Buffalo Mozzarella & Roasted Cherry Tomato Grains Salad

Recipe Title: Red Rice and Grains with Buffalo Mozzarella and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Category: Main Dishes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Roasted Cherry Tomatoes:
   Begin by washing the cherry tomatoes gently, ensuring the clusters remain intact. Dry them carefully with a paper towel, and then arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, sprinkle dried oregano, season with salt, and finish with a dash of black pepper. Roast them in a preheated ventilated oven at 200°C (about 400°F) for 15 minutes. Keep an eye on the tomatoes, as roasting times may vary depending on their ripeness and size.

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2. Cook the Grains and Rice:
   While the tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the mixed grains and cook according to package instructions until tender but still slightly firm. Drain the grains and set aside.

3. Prepare the Buffalo Mozzarella Cream:
   In the meantime, cut the buffalo mozzarella into cubes and place them in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend the mozzarella, adding the warm brine in two separate pours, until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture. Set the mozzarella cream aside.

4. Assemble the Dish:
   Once the grains are cooked and the tomatoes are roasted, it’s time to put everything together. In a large bowl, mix the cooked grains with a few generous spoonfuls of the buffalo mozzarella cream, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

   Then, carefully spoon the roasted tomatoes over the top, followed by a drizzle of their cooking juices. Season with salt and pepper to taste. To finish, garnish with crushed walnut halves and a sprinkle of dried oregano for extra flavor.

5. Serve and Enjoy:
   Your Red Rice and Grains with Buffalo Mozzarella and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes is now ready to be served. This dish can be enjoyed warm, bringing out the rich, creamy flavors of the mozzarella combined with the roasted sweetness of the tomatoes and the nutty crunch of the walnuts.

Notes:

• For added depth of flavor, feel free to drizzle a little more olive oil over the dish just before serving.
• This dish can be made ahead of time by roasting the tomatoes and preparing the grains earlier in the day, then assembling and finishing it just before serving.

Enjoy your flavorful and nourishing meal!