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Tomato Basil Farro Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

4.85 from 39 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups farro
  • 5 cups water (or veggie broth)
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
  • 10-12 basil leaves (chopped)
  • 1 handful roasted salted pistachios
Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Method
 

  1. First, place the farro, salt, pepper, and water in a pot and bring to a light boil. Cook uncovered for 25 minutes or until cooked through.
  2. Next, while the farro cooks make the vinaigrette by whisking all the vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Now, when farro is done drain the excess liquid and place the hot farro in with the vinaigrette. Set aside to let farro absorb the dressing for 15 minutes.
  4. Next, add the tomato, basil and pistachios to the farro and enjoy all week!