Pistachio & Arugula Farro Salad

Pistachio & Arugula Farro Salad is a versatile dish that is delicious warm or cold and can be served as a side dish or a main dish with protein. If you are not confident in the kitchen do not be intimated by this recipe. Once you boil the farro toss it with the rest of the ingredients are you are ready to serve.

Serves 6

Ingredients:
1 cup farro*
1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
1 cup water
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons shallot, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/4 oz arugula, about 3 cups
1/3 cup pistachio, roughly chopped
4 oz feta, crumbled
1/4 oz chives, minced

Directions:

1. In a medium pot add farro, vegetable broth, and water. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes until all liquid is absorbed; stirring occasionally.

2. In a small jar with a lid, or bowl, add olive oil, shallot, lemon juice, kosher salt, and pepper. Shake, or whisk, to combine.

3. In a large bowl add cooked farro, shallot dressing, arugula, pistachios, feta, and chives. Gently stir to combine.

Pro Tip: Farro made its way to the United States cooking scene in the late nineties and is here to stay.