Description
A hearty, nutty, and versatile side dish featuring pearled farro, olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect served warm or chilled, it pairs beautifully with a variety of seasonal and Mediterranean-inspired mains.
Ingredients
1 cup farro (pearled preferred) — can swap with spelt berries
2 cups vegetable broth — or water + 1 tsp bouillon
3 tbsp olive oil — extra virgin preferred
1 clove garlic, minced — optional, adds depth
1/2 tsp sea salt — adjust to taste
Chopped fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or dill) — for brightness and freshness
Instructions
1. Rinse the farro under cold water to remove any dust or grit.
2. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup farro and 2 cups broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–35 minutes until grains are tender but still chewy.
4. Drain any excess liquid and fluff with a fork.
5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. Stir the cooked farro into the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, toss in chopped olives, lemon zest, or roasted vegetables.
Pairs well with Mediterranean dishes, grilled vegetables, tofu, or hearty salads.
Great for batch cooking — store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmer + Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: farro, grain side dish, healthy, plant-based, Mediterranean