Farro Salad a Grain That So Deserves a Try

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Farro Salad, a dish that proves why farro deserves a place in your pantry. This hearty, Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines the nutty, chewy texture of farro with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and briny kalamata olives, all brought together with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Packed with wholesome grains and fresh vegetables, this salad isn’t just healthy—it’s irresistibly flavorful and satisfying. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish for grilled meats, or a potluck favorite, this make-ahead recipe is deliciously versatile. Ready in under an hour, it’s proof that healthy eating can be quick, easy, and utterly crave-worthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup farro
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 small, finely diced red onion
• 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 0.5 cup, pitted and sliced kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the farro under cold running water in a fine mesh sieve to remove any debris.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil.

Step 3

Add the rinsed farro to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the farro is tender but slightly chewy.

Step 4

Once cooked, drain any excess water and set the farro aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

While the farro cools, prepare the vegetables. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely dice the red onion, and chop the parsley.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled farro, prepared vegetables, feta cheese, and kalamata olives.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the farro mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Bring to room temperature before serving, if refrigerated.

Step 11

Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley before serving for a fresh finishing touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1593.5

Total Fat 92.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4681.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 679.4mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 864.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 39.5%