ITALIAN FARRO SALAD

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Try this delicious and refreshing salad made with the ancient grain farro! It can be made up to 4 hours ahead of time.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups uncooked farro
4 cups water
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14 oz) Progresso™ artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup (3 oz) mozzarella pearls or bocconcini (small fresh mozzarella cheese balls)

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, heat Farro ingredients to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until farro is tender; drain and place in large heatproof bowl. Stir occasionally, and allow to cool to almost room temperature, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix Dressing ingredients; refrigerate while making salad.
  • Toss Salad ingredients in bowl of farro. Toss with Dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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