Rating: 4.5 stars
5 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 3
  • 4 star values: 1
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0

Farro is a whole grain with a pleasantly chewy texture. Look for it at specialty markets and gourmet grocers or health food stores. With crunchy cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and buttery avocado, this dish makes a refreshing lunch. Pair it with a simple starter soup and whole-grain crackers for dinner.

Recipe by Cooking Light July 2008

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Yield:
5 servings
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Place farro in a large saucepan; cover with water to 2 inches above farro. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well.

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  • Combine oil, rind, juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; stir with a whisk. Add farro, tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro; toss gently to coat. Place about 1 cup farro mixture on each of 5 plates; garnish evenly with avocado. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

208 calories; calories from fat 36%; fat 8.3g; saturated fat 1.1g; mono fat 4.8g; poly fat 1g; protein 5.6g; carbohydrates 33.4g; fiber 6.1g; iron 2.1mg; sodium 363mg; calcium 16mg.
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