Parsley-Farro Salad
Parsley-Farro Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This vegan recipe serves 4. One portion of this dish contains approximately 2g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 111 calories. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. Head to the store and pick up precooked farro, olive oil, salt, and a few other things to make it today.
Instructions
Heat farro according to directions.
Combine vinegar and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk.
Add cooked farro and parsley to vinegar mixture; toss to coat.
Variation 1: Tomato and Cucumber Prepare base recipe through step 2, substituting 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for sherry vinegar.
Add cooked farro, 1/2 cup diced fresh tomato, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions to lemon juice mixture; toss to coat.
Serves 4 (serving size: 3/4 cup) CALORIES 97; FAT 4g (sat 5g); SODIUM 330mg
Variation 2: Basil and Corn Prepare base recipe through step
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears) to pan; saut 3 minutes.
Add cooked farro, corn, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil to vinaigrette; toss to coat.
Serves 4 (serving size: about 3/4 cup) CALORIES 157; FAT 9g (sat 1g); SODIUM 332mg
VARIATION 3: Onion, Feta, and Bell Pepper Prepare base recipe through step 2, omitting salt.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1/2 cup diced red onion and 1/2 cup diced orange bell pepper to pan; saut 2 minutes.
Add cooked farro, onion, and bell pepper to vinaigrette; toss to coat. Fold in 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese.
Serves 4 (serving size: 3/4 cup) CALORIES 156; FAT 4g (sat 4g); SODIUM 136mg