Mediterranean Farro Salad with Feta and Lemon-Herb Dressing
Prepare this bright and hearty Mediterranean farro salad featuring salty feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing. It works well for lunch or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-pearled farro
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farro: Combine farro and water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until tender but still slightly chewy. Drain any excess liquid and let the farro cool slightly.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooled farro, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the farro mixture. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Finish and serve: Fold in the crumbled feta cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For meal prep, store the dressing separately and toss it with the salad just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
- You can substitute quinoa for farro if preferred, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped bell pepper for extra crunch and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 21
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 15