Description
A refreshing Spring Farro Salad featuring seasonal vegetables and a creamy Lemon Tahini Dressing. Ideal for casual lunches or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry farro
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and chopped into thirds
- 2 cups green beans
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 8 tablespoons water
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- Sliced strawberries
- Sunflower seeds
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Begin by rinsing the dry farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed farro and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the farro is tender but still chewy. Drain excess liquid if necessary and set aside to cool.
- While the farro is cooking, prepare your vegetables. In a steamer basket, place the chopped asparagus, green beans, and frozen peas. Steam for about 5-7 minutes, just until the vegetables are tender yet crisp. Remove them from the steamer and set them aside to cool slightly.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning or the consistency by adding more water if desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked farro, steamed vegetables, rinsed chickpeas, avocado slices, radishes, and strawberries. Drizzle the Lemon Tahini Dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients well. Garnish with sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and fresh mint leaves before serving.
Notes
For a quicker meal, soak the farro in water overnight to reduce cooking time. This salad can be enjoyed warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American