Herbed Farro Nutty Salad (Printable)
Nutty whole grain farro paired with fresh herbs and lemon vinaigrette for a vibrant, healthy dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup farro
02 - 3 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Herbs & Vegetables
04 - 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
07 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
→ Dressing
10 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
15 - Additional salt, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Rinse farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine farro, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until farro is tender but still chewy. Drain any excess water and let cool slightly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
03 - Add the cooked farro, parsley, basil, dill, green onions, garlic, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The texture is incredibly satisfying, chewy without being tough
- It tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep
02 -
- Dont skip rinsing the farro, it removes dust and prevents a gummy texture
- Let the farro cool for at least 10 minutes before adding the fresh herbs so they dont wilt from the heat
03 -
- Toast the farro in a dry pan for 3 minutes before cooking to deepen its nutty flavor
- Let the dressed salad sit for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld