Warm Cauliflower and Herbed Barley Salad

I pulled this recipe from bon appetit and its delicious! Right after I discovered this dish I made it twice in the same week for two different events because it was so good and so simple. I would just add a small amount of dressing and let people add more to taste.

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1/2 cup pearled barley (not a true whole grain but still a good option)

1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon mayonnaise (I prefer avocado or homemade to avoid the soybean oil)

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

6 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Freshly ground black pepper

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 15-oz can butter beans (or other white bean)

1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, divided

2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves, divided (optional, if you don't have them this salad is still yummy!)

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.