Farro Salad
Research shows that a Mediterranean diet—low in processed foods and emphasizing lots of healthy fats, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and nuts—is exceedingly Heart-healthy and contributes to overall well-being.
Serve this salad as a main dish by itself or with grilled fish, chicken, meat, or tofu! Enjoy!
Farro Salad
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. cooked farro to package instructions
- 1 c. garbanzo beans
- 1/3 c. golden raisins
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1/3 c. pistachio meat
- 1/2 c. Persian cucumber, diced
- 1/4 c. red onion, diced
- 1/4 c. Kalamata olives, diced
- 8 fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
- lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 T. white wine vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add all the ingredients.
- Taste test and if needed, add in more spices and mint.