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Mediterranean Farro Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You Need to Try


  • Author: Sophia Turner
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 cup farro
– 2 ½ cups vegetable broth or water
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

Crafting your Mediterranean Farro Salad requires just a few simple steps. Follow these guidelines to create this incredible dish:

1. Cook the Farro: In a medium-sized pot, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil. Add the farro and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until the farro is tender but still chewy. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.

2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the farro is cooking, chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion. In a large bowl, combine these chopped vegetables.

3. Mix in Chickpeas and Olives: Add the drained chickpeas and sliced Kalamata olives to the bowl of vegetables.

4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust to taste.

5. Combine Everything: Once the farro is cooked and cooled slightly, add it to the bowl with your vegetables and chickpeas. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is thoroughly combined.

6. Add Fresh Herbs and Cheese: Just before serving, mix in the chopped parsley and mint. If using, sprinkle over the crumbled feta cheese for an extra burst of flavor.

7. Chill (Optional): This salad can be served immediately, but allowing it to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes can enhance the flavors.

8. Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. You might want to add a pinch of salt or a dash of vinegar depending on your preference.

Following these steps will guide you in creating a Mediterranean Farro Salad that is bound to win over everyone who tries it.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Fat: 8g
  • Protein: 10g