This salad is simple and fresh but hearty with the farro. Farro has a slight nutty flavor and is chewier in texture, compared to brown rice. It’s definitely my favorite grain, especially for salads.

SNAP PEA, GREEN BEAN & FARRO SALAD

Ingredients

• 1 cup farro

• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth using Better Than Boullion

• 8 oz snap peas, sliced in half lengthwise

• 5 oz green beans, sliced in half lengthwise

• 8 oz cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 tsp lemon zest

• 1/2 tsp honey

• 1/4 cup chopped basil

• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. To a medium pot over high heat, add the farro, vegetable broth and a little bit of olive oil. Cook according to your farro package’s directions. Once done, remove from heat and let cool.

2. Meanwhile, add the remaining ingredients to a large serving bowl. Once the farro has cooled, add it to the bowl and toss everything together.