Whole30 Mediterranean Farro Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this Whole30 Mediterranean Farro Salad, a wholesome and vibrant dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Packed with nutty farro, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny Kalamata olives, and fresh parsley, this salad bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavors in every bite. A tangy red wine vinaigrette infused with oregano ties the ingredients together, making it a refreshing choice for lunch, dinner, or even a make-ahead meal prep option. Simple to prepare in just under an hour, this dish combines hearty whole grains with a medley of colorful vegetables for a nutrient-rich and filling salad that's both vegan and Whole30-compliant. Serve it cold or at room temperature, and savor the perfect balance of textures and bold, herbaceous flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Farro
• 3 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the farro under cold water and then add it to a pot with the water and kosher salt.

Step 2

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the farro is tender and chewy.

Step 3

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

Step 4

While the farro is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and slice the Kalamata olives.

Step 5

Roughly chop the parsley and set aside.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled farro, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 8

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss well to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1493.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251.3

Total Fat 60.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2523.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.7g
Protein 28.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 299.6mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 969.8mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 48.7%