Farro Salad Mediterranean (Printer-Friendly)

Vibrant grain salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta in a bright lemon-oregano dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup farro (uncooked)
02 - 3 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Vegetables & Herbs

04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
06 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

→ Olives & Cheese

09 - 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
10 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

11 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Rinse the farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine farro, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until farro is tender but still chewy. Drain any excess water and let cool.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the cooled farro, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint, olives, and feta cheese.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The farro stays perfectly al dente even after days in the fridge, meaning you can make a big batch Sunday and actually enjoy it all week without soggy disappointment.
  • Every fork delivers that magical Mediterranean trinity of flavors where the salty olives, tangy feta and zesty lemon dressing create this harmony that somehow works for both quick lunches and impressive dinner parties.
02 -
  • Cooling the farro completely before mixing is non-negotiable unless you want wilted herbs and melted feta turning your beautiful salad into a sad, soggy mess.
  • The longer this salad sits, the better it gets, as the farro absorbs the dressing and the flavors meld together, making this an ideal make-ahead dish.
03 -
  • Toast the dry farro in a skillet for 2-3 minutes before cooking to enhance its nutty flavor and add another dimension to your salad.
  • Massage the red onion with a little salt and lemon juice before adding it to the salad, which tames its sharpness while maintaining its crisp texture.
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