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    Home » Recipes » Salad

    Greek Farro Salad with Vinegar Dressing

    Dec 12, 2017 by Kaitlin

    This easy vegan Greek-inspired Farro Salad is just 10 ingredients and 35 minutes to prepare! So fresh and great made ahead for picnics, potlucks, packed lunches, etc. (Oil-free.)

    Vegan Greek Farro Salad in a bowl with spoon

    This Greek-inspired farro salad is easy to prepare and is full of fresh, healthy ingredients.

    Farro has such a unique, chewy texture which works perfectly in this salad.

    Plus it only takes 10 simple ingredients and 35 minutes to make.

    So it is a great side dish, or easy option for packed lunches, picnics, potlucks, or simply a make-ahead meal to keep in the fridge.

    Chopped tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper ingredients in a glass bowl

    Ingredients for Vegan Farro Salad

    For this recipe you will toss together in a large bowl:

    • Farro: I use pearled farro which has the bran removed and is faster to cook. Cooked farro has a nutty flavor and tender, chewy texture. It's a great alternative to rice. Be aware that farro does contain gluten, as it's a wheat product. So if you need a gluten-free option, you could try brown rice or quinoa instead. (For more information on farro, see this article on The Spruce Eats.)
    • Grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes: I use these because they are the most flavorful. But you can also use roma tomato or other garden tomato if desired.
    • Cucumber: I use English/hothouse cucumber because they are more flavorful and have thinner skins. However regular seedless garden cucumbers work too.
    • Red bell pepper: Or yellow or orange bell peppers.
    • Red onion: Or you can substitute green onion (scallion) for a milder onion taste.
    • Fresh parsley
    • Red wine vinegar
    • Fresh lemon juice: You will need about half of a lemon for this recipe.
    • Garlic clove: I like the taste of fresh garlic best in the dressing, but you can substitute dried garlic powder if needed.
    • Dried oregano
    Ingredients in bowl for farro salad with dressing poured over top

    Customizing

    Other additions: Stir in Kalamata olives, vegan feta cheese crumbles, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), or anything else you see fit.

    Gluten-free option: Farro is not gluten-free. So if looking for a gluten-free option, you can substitute it with quinoa, brown rice, or other gluten-free grain if desired.

    Serving

    You can either serve immediately or chill in the fridge for at least an hour. This allows the flavors to further combine.

    Tip: Be sure to stir again before serving as some dressing will settle at the bottom!

    Storing

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. We find it keeps for about 3-4 days.

    Bowl of farro salad with cucumber and tomato

    For more inspiration, also browse all vegan salad recipes or oil-free recipes.

    Vegan Greek Farro Salad in a bowl with spoon

    Greek Farro Salad with Vinegar Dressing

    A fresh Greek-style farro salad that is simple to prepare. Great made ahead for picnics, potlucks, packed lunches, etc.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Greek-Inspired, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 6 side servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup farro (uncooked)
    • 6-8 oz. grape tomatoes
    • 1 English cucumber
    • 1 red bell pepper
    • 1/2 small red onion (or shallot or green onion for milder flavor)
    • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
    • Optional: olives, garbanzo beans, vegan feta crumbles

    For the Greek-style dressing:

    • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
    • 2-3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/8 tsp. salt (more to taste)

    Instructions

    • Cook farro: Rinse farro well and add to a small pot with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 minutes or until desired tenderness. Drain.
    • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Mince garlic and combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
    • Prepare veggies: Halve tomatoes and finely dice red onion. Dice cucumber and bell pepper. Roughly chop parsley, large stems removed. Place in a large bowl.
    • Add drained farro and dressing. Stir to combine.
    • Serve immediately or chill covered in the fridge for an hour to further combine. (Stir before serving as some dressing will settle at the bottom.)

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Greek Farro Salad with Vinegar Dressing
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    146
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Potassium
     
    320
    mg
    9
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    32
    g
    11
    %
    Fiber
     
    7
    g
    29
    %
    Sugar
     
    3
    g
    3
    %
    Protein
     
    4
    g
    8
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1135
    IU
    23
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    37
    mg
    45
    %
    Calcium
     
    36
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Debbie

      January 27, 2022 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      Great flavors and so fresh!! Enjoyed this for lunches throughout the week. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin

        January 27, 2022 at 1:04 pm

        Awesome to hear! Thank you for sharing.

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