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Crunchy Apple Farro Salad

Crunchy Apple Farro Salad for a Fresh and Nutritious Twist

The Crunchy Apple Farro Salad is a delightful mix of farro, crisp apples, and a tangy dressing, making it a nutritious and flavorful addition to any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup farro rinsed before cooking
  • 2 cups water for cooking farro
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji) chopped and tossed in lemon juice
  • 1 stalk celery diced
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup almonds roughly chopped
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 2 cups arugula added just before serving
  • ¼ cup parsley optional, adds flavor
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar adjust according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Dijon or whole grain
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder can substitute with fresh garlic
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • pot
  • Small Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the farro under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine farro with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Chop apples, dice celery, crumble feta, and roughly chop almonds and parsley. Combine these ingredients in a large bowl.
  4. Add cooled farro, dried cranberries, and mix all ingredients together gently.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  6. Let the salad rest for 15-30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
  7. Just before serving, fold in arugula.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping the dressing separate until serving.

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