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    Recipes » Salads » Summer Farro Salad

    Summer Farro Salad

    Aug 4, 2020 · Last updated: Jan 1, 2022 by Gina Dickson · This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.

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    Summer Farro Salad is an easy salad made with hearty farro, olive oil, lemon juice, zucchini, peas, pesto, and freshly chopped parsley.

    If you are in search of a nutritious yet hearty refreshing summer salad, then you need to try this Summer Farro Salad. It is very easy to make and can be prepared ahead if you need to do so.

    What is farro?

    Farro is a nutrient-packed grain in the wheat family that has been traced back to early Mesopotamia. It is a nutty-flavored whole grain that is packed with nutrients and has a chewy texture, which makes it perfect for risotto-style dishes, soups, stews, casseroles, and salads.

    How cook farrow

    • Measure 1 cup of farrow and rinse in a colander.
    • Bring to boil two cups of water and a dash of salt in a medium saucepan.
    • Add farro, stir and cover. Reduce heat to a simmer
    • Simmer for 20 minutes until soft and tender.
    • Drain any excess water and then fluff with a fork.

    🥘 Ingredients

    This farro salad is made from nutritious whole grain farro, zucchini, peas, fresh squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and pesto sauce. You can also add chopped onion if you desire.

    Is farrow better for you than rice?

    It's a much healthier alternative to white rice or products made with white flour such as white bread, regular white pasta, and many cookies, cakes, breakfast cereals, crackers, and snack foods.

    Is farrow better than quinoa?

    Quinoa has become known as a superfood, but farro is quickly gaining popularity. A little softer and more tender in texture, it's similar to rice. Some people don't like the slightly nutty flavor and poppy texture of quinoa. For this reason, they will love eating farro which has a consistency more like rice. It’s important to note that farro is not a gluten-free grain for those who deal with any sort of wheat intolerance. So is farrow better for you than quinoa? Look at this chart.

    1/4 cupCALORIESFATCARBSFIBERPROTEINCALCIUM
    Quinoa1562.6 G27.3 G3 G6 G20 MG
    Farro170033 G3 G7 G40 MG

    Can't find farro? Here is an easy way to buy it.

    I always try to buy organic and in bulk to save on the price per ounce.

    Bob's Red Mill, Bobs Mill Organic Farro Grain

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    Summer Farro Salad

    Gina Dickson
    Summer Farro Salad is a delicious and easy salad made with hearty and healthful farro, olive oil, lemon juice, zucchini, peas, pesto, and freshly chopped parsley.

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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 672 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup farro
    • 1 teaspoon salt divided in half
    • 1/8 cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
    • 1 cup zucchini chopped in small cubes
    • 1/4 cup pesto
    • 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion optional
    • 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh parsley
    • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

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    Instructions
     

    • Measure 1 cup of farrow and rinse in a colander.
    • Bring to boil two cups of water and a dash of salt in a medium saucepan.
    • Add farro, stir and cover. Reduce heat to a simmer
    • Simmer for 20 minutes until soft and tender.
    • Drain any excess water and then fluff with a fork.
    • Place cooked farro in a medium-size mixing bowl, add all other ingredients and toss well.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 672kcalCarbohydrates: 95gProtein: 16gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 1473mgPotassium: 648mgFiber: 21gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1472IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 4mg
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