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Rainbow Farro Salad

Rainbow Farro Salad

Craving something fresh and vibrant? This Rainbow Farro Salad combines nutty farro with crispy vegetables and a zesty dressing for a colorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. Ideal for meal prep, it’s a wholesome and satisfying option that will brighten up your table!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup Farro cooked according to package instructions
  • 3 thick Rainbow Carrots cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1/2 small head Radicchio cut into wedges
  • 3 small Persian Cucumbers
  • 3 medium Radishes trimmed
  • 3 ounces Spicy Greens such as arugula and watercress, rinsed and drained
  • Feta Cheese for topping
  • 1/4 cup Blood Orange Juice (fresh squeezed, if possible)
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Zest
  • 1 medium Shallot finely chopped (1 tablespoon chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Food Processor
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook farro in a pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions. The cooking time may vary depending on the variety of farro; ours took about 20 minutes. Once cooked, drain well and set aside to cool.
  2. With the julienne blade in place, stack the carrots in the feed tube of your food processor horizontally. Feeding them this way will result in longer, finer julienne pieces. Turn the mixer to medium speed and press down to slice.
  3. Swap out the slicing blade and set the thickness to the middle. Press the wedges of radicchio down through the feed tube to coarsely shred. Aim for a texture that’s not too fine; you still want some bite.
  4. Decrease the slicing thickness to the smallest possible setting. Now, run the Persian cucumbers and radishes through the processor to slice them into thin rounds. This will add crunch and freshness.
  5. To prepare the dressing, whisk together the blood orange juice, orange zest, shallot, maple syrup, dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  6. Toss the cooked farro with approximately 2 to 3 tablespoons of the dressing until evenly coated. This will infuse the grain with flavor.
  7. Toss the spicy greens with another 2 to 3 tablespoons of dressing. You want the greens to be lightly coated but not drenched.
  8. To assemble, arrange a bed of the dressed greens on a serving dish or individual salad plates. Top with the farro, followed by the colorful vegetables.
  9. Drizzle additional dressing over the top as desired. Finally, sprinkle with feta cheese and serve at room temperature for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Tip 1: This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
  • Tip 2: While the farro can be frozen, the fresh vegetables are best enjoyed fresh.
  • Tip 3: Serve this salad alongside grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables for a new twist; try squash or bell peppers.
  • Tip 5: Simply omit the feta cheese or replace it with a vegan alternative.