Farro is a type of whole wheat and one of the oldest cultivated grains. It is a great source of protein, and fiber, and can be used in a variety of ways. Serve cooked farro as a side dish with chicken or fish, add to your favorite wrap sandwich, or sprinkle in a garden salad.



 

    Serves: 8.5 servings    Total Time:  40 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes  

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## Ingredients

[Substitution Guide](/nourishing-our-community/teaching-kitchen/substitution-guide)

 Oil - 2 Tablespoons canola, avocado, sesame, peanut or light olive oil, divided Farro - 1 ½ cups uncooked Onion - ½ cup, chopped  Garlic - 1 Tablespoon, minced Greens - 6 oz mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or kale) Dried-fruit - 1 cup chopped dried fruit (such as dates, raisins, apricots, dried cherries) Nuts - ¼ cup toasted chopped nuts\* (such as almonds, walnuts, or pistachios) Salt - ¼ teaspoon Pepper - pinch of ground pepper 

## Instructions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium sauce pot over medium heat. Add farro and “toast” the grain until slightly browned. Add 3 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes, until tender. Rinse under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large sautépan with 1 tablespoon oil. Add onion, garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add mixed greens and heat until wilted. Add cooked farro, dried fruit, herbs, nuts, salt and pepper. Heat through and toss to combine.

 

### Notes

To toast nuts, heat a small pan over medium heat, add nuts and cook until slightly browned, mixing often.

## Nutrition Information

  Serving Size: 1 cup serving Calories: 265 Calories Fat: 5g Saturated Fat: 1g Carbohydrates: Net Carb: 40g Dietary Fiber: 7g Protein: 5g Sodium: 200  

## Dietary Restrictions

 Vegan