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Winter Farro and Kale Salad

Winter Farro and Kale Salad

Celebrate winter with this hearty and nutritious Winter Farro and Kale Salad, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: LUNCH RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup dry farro rinsed
  • 2 cups broccoli chopped
  • 1 medium red onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dry basil
  • 1 teaspoon dry thyme
For the Greens and Toppings
  • 4 cups kale stems removed and chopped
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 cup pepitas
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
For the Dressing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the farro according to package instructions, about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Sauté broccoli and red onion in a large pot with avocado oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Add spices: ground cumin, coriander, paprika, basil, and thyme. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Combine farro, kale, pomegranate seeds, pepitas, and chickpeas into the pot; mix gently until kale is wilted.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together garlic, olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and zest, maple syrup, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added color, garnish with additional pomegranate seeds before serving.

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