Delightful Pomegranate and Farro Salad
Experience a burst of flavors with this Delightful Pomegranate and Farro Salad, a vibrant dish that combines the nutty chewiness of farro with the sweet-tart crunch of pomegranate seeds. Fresh cucumber, crisp bell peppers, and creamy feta harmonize beautifully in this nutritious salad, making it perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or as a light lunch. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook farro: Rinse farro under cold water. Combine with 3 cups of water in a saucepan; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender but chewy.
- Prepare vegetables: Dice cucumber and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine with pomegranate seeds.
- Make dressing: Whisk olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine ingredients: Drain cooked farro and let cool slightly. Add to vegetable mixture along with dressing; toss gently.
- Add feta: Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and mix until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg