Greek Farro Salad

Greek Farro Salad, a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a simple Greek vinaigrette. This salad is not only simple and satisfying but also perfect for meal prep, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or leisurely weekends.

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1 cup uncooked farro (about 3 cups cooked)

• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

• 4 medium plum tomatoes, diced

• 2 medium cucumbers, diced (peeled if necessary)

• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced (or use red onion)

• 24 pitted kalamata olives, halved

• 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained

• 2 teaspoons dried oregano

• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

For the Dressing

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)

• 1 small clove garlic, minced

• Kosher salt to taste

• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Grocery List

• Farro

• Canned chickpeas

• Feta cheese

• Plum tomatoes

• Cucumbers

• Red bell pepper

• Shallot or red onion

• Kalamata olives

• Capers

• Dried oregano

• Fresh parsley (optional)

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Fresh lemon

• Garlic

Cooking Instructions

1. Cook the Farro: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of rinsed farro with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.

2. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled farro, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper, shallot, olives, capers, and oregano.

4. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.

5. Add Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.

6. Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Cooking Time

Total time: Approximately 35 minutes.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Assuming this recipe serves 5:

• Calories: Approximately 320 per serving

  • Farro: ~150 calories

  • Chickpeas: ~100 calories

  • Feta Cheese: ~80 calories

  • Vegetables and dressing contribute additional calories.

Tips & Notes

• Meal Prep: This salad holds up well in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep. Just keep the dressing separate until you're ready to eat.

• Variations: Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables such as radishes or arugula for extra crunch and flavor.

• Vegan Option: To make this salad vegan-friendly, simply omit the feta or substitute it with a plant-based cheese alternative.

This Greek Farro Salad is not just a meal; it's an experience filled with fresh springtime flavors that will transport you to the Mediterranean with every bite! Join our kitchen companion membership for more delicious recipes like this one! Enjoy your culinary adventure!