Farro Salad Recipe With Sundried Tomatoes: A Healthy Ancient Grain Salad Recipe Grains Salads Side Dishes

Farro is an ancient grain that's packed with healthy fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This easy farro salad recipe has a flavorful dressing, fresh herbs, crunchy pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes.

Serve this easy farro salad recipe as a light lunch or as a side dish with your favorite protein. You could even add some shredded chicken or grilled shrimp to the salad.

Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 to 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup pearled farro
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jar (7 - 8 ounces) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (reserve the oil)
• 2 tablespoons reserved sun-dried tomato oil 
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh herbs or chopped arugula
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• crumbled feta cheese, for garnish (optional)

Here's how to make it: 

1. Put the farro, salt and water into a saucepot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until farro is tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Combine the balsamic vinegar, garlic and reserved tomato oil in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Pour over the farro and toss to combine. 
3. Add the herbs, sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with feta cheese before serving, if desired. 

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