When it comes to salads, there are a few essentials that are an absolute must. For starters, the textures need to be balanced and perfected! The flavors of the vegetables and ingredients need to flow together, and the dressing needs to take the salad to the next level. This 10-Minute Mediterranean Farro Salad meets all of these essentials and more!
It’s the perfect balance of crunchy cucumber, zucchini, kale, and red peppers with soft, warm, and wholesome farro. Topped with a delicious and classic lemon vinaigrette, this salad is heavenly!
How to make this 10-Minute Mediterranean Farro Salad
For this salad, you’ll need:
- Cucumber
- Zucchini
- Red Bell Peppers
- Kale
- Farro
Simply cut the vegetables into small cubes and combine with the kale and cooked farro (instructions below). Top with this easy classic lemon vinaigrette, salt to taste, and enjoy!
What is Farro?
Farro is an extremely nutritious ancient grain that comes from wheat. It naturally contains more fiber than most grains and is loaded with protein, healthy carbs, and antioxidants. It’s a great substitute for rice, quinoa, and is perfect for healthy digestion!
How do you cook Farro?
Cooking Farro is similar to how quinoa is cooked. Using a 2:1 ration of water to uncooked farro, bring the water to a boil and add the Farro. Add salt and let boil for 2-3 minutes. Lower the heat, cover, and allow the farro to simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, let sit for about 2 minutes, and fluff with a fork. Serve and enjoy!
This 10-Minute Mediterranean Farro Salad can be meal prepped (or made in bulk)!
One of the best things about this easy Farro Salad is that it can be made in bulk and last about a week in the refrigerator (covered in an airtight container). This is great for easy salads throughout the week!
You can also add your choice of protein and toppings to this salad! Eggs, chicken, steak, meatballs, veggie burgers, feta cheese, and chickpeas (as well as nuts and seeds) are all great options. If you choose to add meat to this salad, be sure to purchase it through Butcher Box to ensure that it’s organic, free-range, grass-fed, and of the highest quality for the best price! Get $20 off of Butcher Box (and free shipping) HERE!
More easy lunchtime salad recipes:
- Simple Green Goodness Chickpea Salad
- Easy Quinoa Salad With Feta Cheese
- Healthy Chicken Cobb Salad Recipe
10-Minute Mediterranean Farro Salad
Equipment
- 1 Sheet Pan
Ingredients
Crispy Farro, Chickpeas, & Kale
Marinated Feta Salad
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 (7-8 oz) feta block (cut into cubes)
- 3-4 cups kale (finely chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium cucumber (chopped)
- 1 large zucchini (chopped)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh mint or basil (chopped, to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the farro and set aside to cool (or cook it the night before).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prep the veggies while it preheats.
- Add the farro and chickpeas to a large sheet pan.
- Drizzle with oil and salt, then roast for 10-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to a large salad bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Break up the feta and add to the dressing to marinate while the farro and chickpeas roast.
- Add in the kale, tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, zucchini, and red onion.
- Top with the crispy farro and roasted chickpeas, then mix.
- Top with fresh mint or basil and enjoy!
Notes
- This would be great with some grilled or rotisserie chicken added in!
Riz says:
What a lovely and fresh sounding salad – I love that you’ve used farro (I feel like it’s such an underrated ingredient!).
Jordan says:
Yussssss! Give me all of the easy summer salad recipes. I love farro and all of the other ingredients going on here. Perfect way to use up farmer’s market produce!
Veronika's Kitchen says:
I’m a huge fan of farro and love your idea to add it in the salad with different veggies! So simple, yet delicious!)
Kate says:
I haven’t cooked much with farro but I think I will have to try this salad – it looks really delicious and healthy, a good base for meal prepping throughout the week!
Ramona says:
I love how colourful and nutritious this salad is. An absolute winner every time I am sure. Cannot wait to make it. Divine!
Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says:
Farro and vegetables are my go-to lunch to bring to work most days when I’m at home, in Italy. I like to add cooked vegetables, and I don’t like cucumbers, but I think in the summer, we could serve this salad as a nice refreshing side dish!
April says:
Fabulous salad that is full of nutrition – just what I need next week! Great colors, too.
Byron Thomas says:
Farro is one of my favourite grains to cook with. In fact, I always have a few packages in my pantry at all times. I always buy the quick cook farro from Trader Joe’s. Have you used it? It’s great for adding to soups or stews during the last few minutes of cooking. It adds so much texture and heartiness. Will for sure try your salad; it looks amazing!
Melissa says:
I’ve been on a kick lately with the Mediterranean style meals, haven’t tried a salad like this though!! Love the addition of the farro.
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says:
I need to eat more salads just like this! I love that it’s quick and easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time. I need to use farro more often. It’s one of those foods I forget about using! Thanks for a great recipe!
Bethany Rutledge says:
This looks really great! I haven’t done anything with farro before but it sounds doable after reading this post!
Abbey Sharp says:
Sounds like the perfect summer salad
Sarah | Well and Full says:
Ooh I love that this salad uses farro! One of my favorite grains 🙂
Paula Montenegro says:
I think I found my next perfect salad! I love the idea of using farro in an otherwise simple salad. And prepping it ahead of time, that’s such a plus! Beautiful images too!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy says:
Farro is such a great ingredient to work with. Love the sound of this delicious salad. Hearty enough to be the dinner salad. Great for summer eating.