What’s Fresh with Beth Irons: Apple Farro Salad

APPLE FARRO SALAD

Ingredients

1 cup farro

1 teaspoon salt

½ cup almonds, chopped (can substitute nut of choice)

2 apples (I used Honeycrisp)

1 cup craisins (can substitute raisins, golden raisins, chopped dates)

¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

8-6 ounces of your favorite cheese (smoked mozzarella, Swedish Farmers, feta, blue cheese)

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

2 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Combine farro, salt and 6 cups of water in a medium size saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender (about 25 minutes). When done, drain into a colander.  Set aside to drain.
• Chop parsley, dice cheese (if needed), and core and dice apples, leaving skin on for extra fiber. Set each aside in separate bowls.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
• In a large bowl combine drained farro, craisins, parsley, and cheese. Tossing gently to mix.
• Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over mix and toss to coat. Can be served warm or chilled.