Jennifer Perkins
@je_pe
Mediterranean Farro Salad
This Mediterranean Farro Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for a light lunch or as a side at dinner. Packed with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a zesty dressing, it's a delightful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients.
Details
- Cuisine:mediterranean
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:15
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups
- 4 cups
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 clove, minced
- 1 cup, seeded and diced
- 1 cup, seeded and diced
- 1 cup, chopped
- 3/4 cup, thinly sliced
- 1 cup, crumbled
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mediterranean Farro Salad.
Step 1
Start by rinsing the farro under cold water, then drain it thoroughly.
Step 2
In a pot, combine the rinsed farro with chicken broth, ensuring the grains are submerged by at least an inch of liquid.
Step 3
Enhance the flavor by adding a teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
Step 4
Bring this mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to medium and let it simmer uncovered.
Step 5
Stir frequently until the farro reaches a tender texture—this will take about 35 minutes for whole grain farro or around 20 minutes for pearled farro.
Step 6
Once cooked, drain the farro and give it a quick rinse under cold water, allowing it to cool completely for about 15 minutes.
Step 7
In a spacious bowl, whisk together a quarter cup of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Greek seasoning, and minced garlic to create a zesty dressing.
Step 8
Next, fold in diced tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese, mixing everything until well combined.
Step 9
Finally, once the farro has cooled, gently incorporate it into the vibrant vegetable medley, ensuring every bite is coated in that delicious dressing.
Step 10
Adjust the seasoning with extra salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking.
Step 11
Enjoy this refreshing farro salad as a delightful side or a satisfying main dish.