PESTO FARRO WITH CHERRY TOMATOES

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This is a classic summer recipe in my family, cooked in alternative to old boring rice salad, can be made a complete though light meal by adding 2-3 cups cooked prawns. Complete with iced tea, savoury muffins and fresh fruit, delicious!

Provided by AdriMicina

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

280 g cracked farro (can be substituted with barley)
3/4-1 cup pesto sauce
500 g cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Rinse farro under cold water, then pour in boiling water (10-11 cups) and cook until tender but not mushy, about 30 minutes.
  • Drain, rinse again under cold water.
  • Put in a serving bowl with the pesto, mix well until completely coated in sauce.
  • Add halved cherry tomatoes (and prawns if using), mix, cover with plastic and chill for at least 1 hour.

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