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Easy Farro Salad

Vibrant Easy Farro Salad with Zesty Blood Orange Dressing

This Easy Farro Salad with zesty blood orange dressing is a nutritious, colorful dish packed with protein and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Dried Farro Can substitute with quinoa or barley.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Can substitute with black or chickpeas.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blackberries Can substitute with blueberries or raspberries.
  • 2 mini Cucumbers Can use regular cucumbers.
  • 2 each Avocados Tahini is a nice alternative.
  • 4 each Radishes Optional to replace with sweet carrots.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil Mint or cilantro can work as substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions Can substitute with pickled cabbage.
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios Can substitute with pepitas or cashews.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1 each Blood Orange Zest and Juice Regular oranges can be used.
  • 1 each Shallots Red onions can be a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar Can use apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Omit for a milder taste.
For the Spices
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Large bowl or platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add dried farro. Cook according to package instructions, about 25-30 minutes, until tender but still chewy.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, toast chopped pistachios with olive oil for 3-5 minutes, then add spices.
  3. In a blender, combine all the dressing ingredients and blend until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, layer baby spinach, followed by farro, beans, blackberries, cucumbers, avocados, radishes, basil, and onions.
  5. Top with pistachios and drizzle the dressing over just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure farro is cooked al dente and add dressing only before serving to maintain freshness and texture.

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