FARRO, CHICKPEA, FETA, AND MINT SALAD

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Mediterranean flavors shine in this salad. Salty feta, refreshing mint, and nutty farro and chickpeas combine with pungent lemon and red onion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups cooked farro, tossed with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice while warm
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (3 ounces)
1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh mint
1/4 small red onion, chopped (optional)
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Combine farro and chickpeas in a bowl. Stir in lemon zest, juice, and oil. Let cool.
  • Stir in cheese, tomatoes, mint, and onion. Season with salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (Salad can be refrigerated up to 2 days.)

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