Cranberry savory grain dish (Printable)

Tart cranberries and hearty grains blend with herbs for a flavorful, nutritious dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup farro (or quinoa for gluten-free alternative)
02 - 2 cups vegetable broth

→ Vegetables & Fruits

03 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - ½ cup dried cranberries
06 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Nuts & Seeds

07 - ⅓ cup toasted pecans, chopped

→ Flavorings

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Rinse farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine farro and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 25–30 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. For quinoa, cook according to package instructions.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and celery; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in dried cranberries and thyme leaves; cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
04 - In a large bowl, mix cooked grains, sautéed vegetables and cranberries, toasted pecans, and chopped parsley.
05 - Drizzle remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes just as good at room temperature as it does warm, so theres no reheating stress.
  • The cranberries add a pop of tartness that wakes up every bite without being too sweet.
  • It comes together in under an hour and feels fancy enough for guests.
02 -
  • Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for just a few minutes, watching them closely so they dont burn and turn bitter.
  • If the farro seems too chewy after 30 minutes, add a splash more broth and cook it a bit longer until it reaches the tenderness you like.
03 -
  • Taste the dish before serving and adjust the lemon juice or salt, since everyones palate is different and a little tweak can make it perfect.
  • Use a mix of fresh and dried herbs if you have them on hand, like adding a pinch of rosemary or sage for extra warmth and depth.

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