Parsley-Farro Salad
Parsley-Farro Salad might be a good recipe to expand your side dish recipe box. This recipe serves 4. One portion of this dish contains approximately 2g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 111 calories. Head to the store and pick up pepper, olive oil, parsley, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.
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