Farro & Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
A vibrant and healthy salad featuring nutty farro, peppery arugula, and a bright lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Large bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Farro
- 2 cups Water
- 5 ounces Arugula
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 1/2 Cucumber diced
- 1/4 Red Onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Rinse the farro under cold water.
- Combine farro and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
- Drain any excess water and let the farro cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled farro, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Gently stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
For a heartier salad, add grilled chicken or chickpeas. You can also substitute other greens for the arugula, such as spinach or kale.