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    Farro Summer Salad

    Published: Jul 23, 2014 · Modified: Jul 26, 2023 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    You seriously need to make this incredibly delicious Farro Summer Salad.  It's healthy, simple to prepare and delicious.

    Summer Farro Salad from Lauren Kelly NutriitonPin

    I don't do this often, but I promise, you will LOVE this salad.  It might sound weird with blueberries and vegetables, but it's AMAZING!  Between the fresh basil and the raspberry vinaigrette, it's the perfect combination of flavors.  Oh and it's super healthy too.  I'm telling you, MAKE THIS!

    I love the crunchy, nutty texture of farro.   It is a whole grain and is packed with protein and fiber.  It is made from wheat so it is not gluten-free.  If you are looking for a salad that doesn't contain gluten, maybe try substituting faro with brown rice, amaranth or quinoa.

    Summer Farro Salad from Lauren Kelly NutritionPin

    I don't even usually like feta cheese and I loved it in this salad.  Oh and it's also so pretty so it's perfect to bring to barbecues!  By the way, I won't be offended if you don't feel like making the dressing (even though it's ridiculously easy) and want to use a bottle dressing.  Just make sure you read the ingredients and look for hidden sugars and preservatives.  Look for one that's preferably organic and has a small amount of ingredients.

    Summer Farro Salad from Lauren Kelly NutritionPin

    Farro Summer Salad

    5 from 5 votes
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    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces farro cooked
    • 1 pint blueberries
    • 1 avocado chopped
    • 1 pint grape tomatoes sliced in half (I used yellow)
    • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
    • FOR THE DRESSING:
    • ¾ cup raspberries
    • ⅓ cup grape seed oil
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Mix the cooked faro with all of the ingredients for the salad.
    • To prepare the dressing, add raspberries, honey, vinegar and garlic to food processor or blender.
    • Slowly add oil and salt and stir or shake well.
    • Add dressing to salad and mix well. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. (I like to leave a little extra dressing to toss into salad right before serving).
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    1. Natasha

      May 31, 2022 at 7:26 am

      5 stars
      So delicious!! This summer salad is a keeper, the combination of flavors is just fantastic.

      Reply
    2. Valentina

      May 27, 2022 at 3:22 pm

      5 stars
      This summer salad is so easy so make and loaded with flavors!

      Reply
    3. Agnes

      May 27, 2022 at 2:26 pm

      This sounds like such a filling salad! I've been loving salads with grains lately, I need to try this one out too!

      Reply
    4. Natasha

      June 20, 2021 at 9:17 am

      5 stars
      Everything combined turned out so tasty and awesome! I think we just found our new healthy salad recipe!

      Reply
    5. Kristyn

      June 18, 2021 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      I love farro & everything in this salad! If you are looking for a healthier & delicious salad, this is it! It has so many different flavors that work so well together!

      Reply
    6. Natalie

      June 18, 2021 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      I am always looking for healthier salads. This one if packed with amazing & delicious ingredients. It leaves me filled & tastes so good all together!

      Reply
    7. Laura @MotherWouldKnow

      April 20, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      I made this salad last week with freekeh rather than farro - it was fabulous. I didn't use all the dressing even though the salad was refrigerated for a couple of hours before we ate it - saved the rest for other salads.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        April 20, 2015 at 4:02 pm

        Thanks of telling me Laura, I am so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    8. Melissa from HungryFoodLove.com

      July 28, 2014 at 10:42 am

      I looooove Farro Lauren and this is a lovely combination!

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      • lauren.kelly

        July 28, 2014 at 12:41 pm

        Thank you so much Melissa! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens

      July 25, 2014 at 12:39 pm

      Oh, wow! I love this idea! What a fantastic combination of sweet, salty, savory flavors and crunchy, chewy textures! Farro is a fave of mine for making salads like this - it has that nutty flavor and heartiness similar to freekeh - so, so good! Absolutely pinning - people are gonna love how simple this recipes is, with such a ton of great flavor! 😀

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      • lauren.kelly

        July 27, 2014 at 11:17 am

        Oh thank you so much Shelley!

        Reply
    10. Julie

      July 24, 2014 at 9:44 pm

      I love a good whole grain salad (especially farro), but I haven't done it with blueberries - must try!

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      • lauren.kelly

        July 25, 2014 at 11:16 am

        I hope you enjoy it Julie!!

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