Farro Tabbouleh

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Farro replaces the traditional bulgur in this refreshing tabbouleh salad. For best flavor, allow 3 to 4 hours for the flavors to blend before serving.

Submitted by Kim's Cooking Now
Updated on September 24, 2024
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ¾ cup water

  • ¼ cup farro

  • 1 cup firmly packed fresh parsley leaves

  • ¼ cup fresh mint

  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion

  • ½ cup finely diced tomato, seeds removed

  • ½ cup finely diced English cucumber

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Bring water and farro to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until farro is tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and let cool.

  2. Combine parsley and mint in the bowl of a food processor; process until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl. Add farro, onion, tomato, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; toss lightly. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Cook’s Note

This recipe makes enough for 2 main dish servings. 

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

85 Calories
4g Fat
12g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 85
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 303mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 36mg 3%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 234mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.