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Farro Bowl

A nutritious and hearty farro bowl topped with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Grains
  • 1 cup farro rinsed and drained
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Farro
  1. In a medium pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed farro and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain any excess water.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. While the farro is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and spinach. Place them in a large bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the farro is cooked and slightly cooled, add it to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss to combine. Top with feta cheese and parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This bowl can be customized with your favorite vegetables and proteins. It's also great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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