Cilantro and black bean farro salad

Farro is a type of wheat with a nutty flavor and a slightly crunchy texture.

140 cal Serves 10
Prep time 0h 15m
Cook time 0h 20m
Total time 0h 35m
Two ramekins filled with chopped tomato, cilantro, red onions and black beans

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add farro, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15-18 minutes or until al dente. Drain in fine mesh sieve and run under cold water to cool completely. Shake off excess liquid.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cilantro, mozzarella, onion, jalapeno, garlic, canola oil, lime zest and juice, and vinegar. Stir in farro and beans. Toss gently, until just blended. Serve immediately for peak flavors and texture.

Tips

  • For peak color and texture, do not add the black beans until time of serving. The acidity in the other ingredients will cause the beans to “muddle” slightly onto the other ingredients if allowed to stand for longer than 30 minutes.

Nutritional information

Per serving (1 of 10)

Calories
140
Protein
6 g
Sodium
140 mg
Potassium
190 mg
Total fat
7 g
Saturated fat
2 g
Cholesterol
10 mg
Carbohydrates
15 g
Fibre
4 g
Sugars
1 g
Added sugars
0 g

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