Grilled Vegetable Farro Salad
Grilled Vegetable Farro Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 17% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 5g of protein, 3g of fat, and a total of 165 calories. This recipe serves 6. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet. It is perfect for The Fourth Of July. Head to the store and pick up salt, baby spinach leaves, cherry tomatoes, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Instructions
Rinse farro under cold water. In 2-quart saucepan, mix 2 1/2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Add farro; heat to boiling over medium heat. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
Drain, if necessary, and set aside.
Brush peppers, asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil.
Place peppers and asparagus in grill basket or directly on grill rack. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 7 to 9 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, adding tomatoes during last 4 minutes.
In small bowl, mix red wine vinegar, lemon juice, lemon peel, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
To serve, toss farro and spinach in 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Arrange farro on serving platter, and place grilled vegetables on top.
Drizzle remaining dressing over vegetables.