Mediterranean Farro Salad Delight
Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this delightful Farro Salad. Bursting with a variety of textures and flavors, this dish features chewy farro, crunchy vegetables, and a hint of sweetness from honey, all tossed in a zesty apple cider vinaigrette. Packed with fiber and protein, this salad is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a hearty side dish, this addictive salad will leave everyone wanting more. Perfect as a refreshing summer dish or a wholesome year-round favorite!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Hot Water
2 cups (boiling)
Cracked Farro
1 cup (rinsed and picked over)
Salt
to season (to taste)
Honey
1 tablespoon (none)
Apple Cider Vinegar
3 tablespoons (none)
Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Salt and Pepper
to taste (to taste)
Italian Spices
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Fresh Tarragon or Basil
1 teaspoon (minced)
Garlic Clove
1 (minced)
Red Pepper Flakes
to taste (to taste)
Minced Red Onion
3/4 cup (none)
Minced Zucchini
1 cup (none)
Diced Tomato
1 cup (none)
Sun-Dried Tomatoes (packed in oil)
2 tablespoons (minced)
Frozen Peas
1 cup (none)
Walnuts
2 tablespoons (toasted and rough chopped)
Shredded Pecorino Romano Cheese
1 ounce (for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of hot water to a gentle boil and season with salt.
2
Add 1 cup of rinsed and picked-over cracked farro to the boiling water. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for about 20 minutes or until the farro is tender but still chewy.
3
While the farro is cooking, prepare the dressing in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian spices, fresh tarragon (or basil), and minced garlic until well combined.
4
Once the farro is cooked, drain it and rinse under cool water to stop the cooking process. Let it drain well.
5
Now, add the drained farro to the bowl with the dressing, followed by the minced red onion, zucchini, diced tomato, sun-dried tomatoes, frozen peas, and toasted walnuts. Toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.
6
Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
7
Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings with additional herbs, salt, and pepper as desired.
8
Garnish with shredded pecorino romano cheese if you like, and serve chilled. Enjoy your Mediterranean Farro Salad Delight!
9
Mangia! Mangia!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mediterranean Farro Salad Delight?
It is a nutritious and flavorful salad featuring chewy farro, crunchy vegetables, and a honey apple cider vinaigrette.
What is the main grain used in this recipe?
The main grain used is cracked farro.
How long does it take to cook the farro?
The farro should simmer for about 20 minutes until it is tender but still chewy.
What ingredients are in the dressing?
The dressing consists of honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian spices, fresh tarragon or basil, and minced garlic.
Is this Mediterranean Farro Salad vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian.
Can this recipe be made vegan?
To make it vegan, you would need to substitute the honey with a plant-based sweetener like agave and omit the pecorino romano cheese garnish.
Is farro gluten-free?
No, farro is a type of wheat and contains gluten.
What kind of vinegar is recommended for the vinaigrette?
Apple cider vinegar is used for this recipe.
Which fresh herbs can I use?
You can use either fresh minced tarragon or fresh minced basil.
How should I prepare the farro before cooking?
The farro should be rinsed and picked over before being added to the boiling water.
Do I need to rinse the farro after it is cooked?
Yes, you should rinse the cooked farro under cool water to stop the cooking process.
What vegetables are included in the salad?
The salad includes minced red onion, minced zucchini, diced tomato, sun-dried tomatoes, and frozen peas.
What type of onion is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of minced red onion.
Does this recipe contain nuts?
Yes, it contains 2 tablespoons of toasted and rough chopped walnuts.
How should the zucchini be prepared?
The zucchini should be minced before being added to the salad.
Is the salad served hot or cold?
This salad is served chilled.
How long should the salad chill before serving?
It should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
What cheese is used for the garnish?
The recipe suggests garnishing with shredded pecorino romano cheese.
What is the texture of the farro in this dish?
The farro provides a chewy texture that complements the crunchy vegetables.
Are there any spices added to the salad?
Yes, it includes Italian spices and red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
What kind of tomatoes should I use?
The recipe uses both fresh diced tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil.
How much water is needed to cook the farro?
You need 2 cups of hot water for 1 cup of cracked farro.
Do I need to cook the peas?
The recipe uses frozen peas which are added directly to the salad mixture.
Is there any honey in the recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of honey is used in the dressing for a hint of sweetness.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe calls for 1 minced garlic clove.
Can I adjust the seasonings?
Yes, you should taste the salad before serving and adjust the herbs, salt, and pepper as desired.
Is this salad considered healthy?
Yes, it is packed with fiber and protein, making it a nutritious choice.
What is the ratio of farro to water?
The ratio is 1 cup of farro to 2 cups of water.
Can I use different nuts instead of walnuts?
While the recipe calls for walnuts, you can likely substitute them with other toasted nuts like almonds or pine nuts.
What does Mangia! Mangia! mean?
It is an Italian phrase that translates to Eat! Eat!