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Farro Salad

A hearty Italian grain salad with nutty farro, roasted vegetables, arugula, and Parmesan tossed in a lemon herb dressing. Satisfying and packed with texture.

50 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

ItalianSaladStovetop and OvenVegetarianMediterraneanNut-FreeEgg-Free

Ingredients

  • 1 cup semi-pearled farro, rinsed
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 2 oz Parmesan cheese, shaved
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic clove, minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook 1 cup rinsed semi-pearled farro in 3 cups water with a pinch of salt: bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain and spread to cool.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 425 F. Toss 2 diced zucchini and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 15-18 minutes until caramelized.

  3. 3

    Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine cooled farro, roasted vegetables, and 2 cups baby arugula.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.

  6. 6

    Top with 2 oz shaved Parmesan cheese and serve warm or at room temperature.

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