Harvest Farro Grain Salad

Harvest Farro Grain Salad

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Harvest Farro Grain Salad


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  • Author: Amy RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy the ultimate fall flavors with this Harvest Farro Grain Salad, packed with dried cranberries, crisp apples, and a tangy maple lemon dressing—perfect for a healthy, seasonal meal or side dish!

 

Ingredients

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Salad:

  • 1 cup Farro
  • 1/4 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Raw Pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 Granny Smith Apple, diced
  • 1/2 cup Raw Baby Spinach
  • 1/4 cup Goat Cheese or Feta (Optional)

Vinaigrette:

  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the farro according to the package directions.
  2. While the farro cooks, prep the rest of the salad.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients, set aside.
  4. Once the farro is finished cooking, drain off any excess liquid and place farro into a large bowl.
  5. Pour the vinaigrette over top the farro and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula. Place the farro into the fridge to chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. After 30 minutes, add the diced apple, dried cranberries, pecans, spinach and cheese (if using) to the farro. Stir with spatula to combine.
  7. Cover the salad and refrigerate before serving. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Lunch, Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 209
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 10
  • Fat: 4
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 0
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