Low Carb Mediterranean Farro Salad
Discover the perfect balance of hearty and healthy with this Low Carb Mediterranean Farro Salad, a delightful fusion of classic Mediterranean flavors and nutritious ingredients. Featuring tender farro as the star grain, this vibrant salad is brimming with the freshness of cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and red onions, complemented by the briny richness of Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. A tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and aromatic oregano ties it all together, making every bite irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 45 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it an ideal option for meal prep, picnics, or a deliciously satisfying side dish. Perfect for those looking for a nutritious low-carb option without compromising on flavor, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Farro
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, add the farro and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the farro simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until tender.
Once cooked, drain the excess water and set the farro aside to cool to room temperature.
While the farro is cooking, halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, dice 1 medium cucumber, and finely chop 0.5 small red onion.
Slice 0.5 cup of Kalamata olives in half and crumble 0.5 cup of feta cheese.
Chop 0.25 cup of fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled farro, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring an even coat of dressing.
Garnish the salad with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean farro salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 106.8 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3487 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 965 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
