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Caprese Millet Salad

Millet is a gluten free grain that can be easily substituted for pasta in many recipes.  It adds a whole grain twist to this salad!

Serves: 8 (Serving= 3/4 cup)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup uncooked millet
• 2 cups chopped tomatoes
• 2 cups diced cucumber
• 1 ½ cups diced Vidalia onion
• 2/3 cups chopped fresh basil
• 1 cup cubed fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1 Tablespoon garlic, minced
• 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan.  Add millet and simmer for about 20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and millet is fluffy.  
2. In a large bowl, combine millet with remaining ingredients and toss until well mixed.
3. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.