Description
Crunchy broccoli meets nutty farro in a vibrant, plant-based salad that’s as comforting as it is nourishing. Packed with texture, bright citrus, and wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for meal prep or sharing at a gathering.
Ingredients
1 cup uncooked farro (pearled or semi-pearled works beautifully)
2 cups lightly steamed or roasted broccoli florets
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup toasted almonds or sunflower seeds
Zest and juice of one lemon
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (sub avocado oil if desired)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional: fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or dill), chili flakes, nutritional yeast
Instructions
1. Rinse the farro under cold water. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil, add farro and a pinch of salt, reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until grains are tender but chewy. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. While farro cooks, lightly roast broccoli (400°F for 10 mins) or steam just until bright green and slightly tender. Avoid overcooking—it should still have bite.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked farro, broccoli, red onion, garlic, toasted almonds, and lemon zest.
4. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and any optional extras like fresh herbs or chili flakes.
5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve warm or chilled. It holds beautifully in the fridge—the next-day version might be even better!
Notes
Toast farro in a dry pan before cooking for extra nuttiness.
Great make-ahead dish—flavors deepen overnight.
Swap almonds for pumpkin seeds or add avocado/tahini for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop & Roasting
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: broccoli farro salad, healthy grain salad, plant-based meal prep