Colorful Farro Salad

Farro is a whole grain that is packed with nutrients and flavor.  It tastes like a nuttier version of rice, and is a little bit crunchier. Try it out! Can't find farro in your grocery store?  Brown rice, quinoa or barley will work in this recipe as well!  

Makes: 6 servings

Ingredients
1 cup farro or brown rice, uncooked
2 ½ cups water
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, no sodium added, drained and rinsed 
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 ½ cups carrots, shredded
2 cups spinach, chopped

For Dressing: 
3 Tbs balsamic vinegar 
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 
1 Tbs Dijon mustard 
2 Tbs finely chopped fresh oregano or 2 tsp dried
1 Tbs garlic 
Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1. Pour farro into a sauce pot and cover with water.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Allow the farro to simmer for 20-30 minutes. 
2. ​Place the cooked farro in a large bowl and mix in the vegetables.
3. In a small bowl or cup, stir together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Pour evenly over the farro and vegetables.
4. Sprinkle with black pepper and serve. 

Nutrition Information
Serving Size: ¾ cup

Calories: 230
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Protein: 9g
Sodium: 190mg
Carbohydrates: 37g
Added Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 7g