Farro Caprese Salad

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    200 kcal

  • Course

    Salad

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Farro Caprese Salad

Farro Caprese Salad incorporates whole grains with an Italian classic pairing of juicy tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella. 

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Ingredients

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  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup whole farro rinsed
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 ½ cups Baby tomatoes cut in half (9 ounces)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella ciliegine cherry size, drained
  • 1 ½ cups baby arugula
  • 1 tablespoon chopped basil plus more for garnish
  • extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • black pepper for seasoning
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Instructions

  1. Add 3 cups water, rinsed farro, and salt to a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  3. Cook until farro is tender, about 30 minutes.
  4. Drain the water from the farro and transfer to a large plate, place in the refrigerator to chill.
  5. Add balsamic vinegar and honey to a small saucepan, stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce the sauce to about ½ cup and has a maple syrup consistency when cooled, about 15 to 18 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, it will thicken more.
  6. In a large bowl combine the cooled farro, cut tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula, and chopped basil.
  7. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and the balsamic vinegar reduction. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with more basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 200kcal (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 200 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 200kcal 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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