FARRO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND DILL
Farro is a perfect vehicle to showcase summer produce. With its nutty flavor and toothsome texture, the whole grain is a great counterbalance to snappy, sweet green beans. The farro cooks while you prepare the rest of the salad, allowing for an easy-to-assemble meal. Dill and walnuts, a nod to Middle Eastern flavors, are used in the gremolata, but pistachios and mint or hazelnuts and parsley would also work. Feta cheese or ricotta salata tossed in at the end would also be a nice addition. This hearty salad works well on its own, but would also be a fine companion to grilled fish or any other protein. Add the acid just before serving; it makes every ingredient sing.
Provided by Colu Henry
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add farro, 3 cups water and a pinch of kosher salt to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the farro is tender and toothsome, about 30 minutes.
- While the farro cooks, make the gremolata: Toast the walnuts in a large (preferably 12-inch) skillet over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to ensure that they don't burn, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer toasted walnuts to a medium bowl. Add the dill, lemon zest and shallots and toss to coat. Season with salt and set aside.
- Wipe out the skillet and heat the oil over medium. Add the green beans and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beans are crisp tender and start to brown in spots, 6 to 8 minutes. Add a few tablespoons of water to help them along, if needed. Turn off the heat.
- If there is any residual cooking liquid from the farro, drain it and add the farro directly to the skillet. Toss with the beans until well combined and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a large serving bowl or platter and top with the gremolata. Drizzle with lemon juice or white wine vinegar to finish. Season with flaky salt, if desired.
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Jerry Roach
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this salad again.
Anthony Donaldson
[email protected]Yum!
Kaiyl Long
[email protected]This salad is easy to make and it's a great way to get your veggies in.
Anas Janoo
[email protected]I love the combination of farro, green beans, walnuts, and dill. It's a unique and flavorful salad.
Arben Halili
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover farro. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
Arnold Trejo
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable.
AYEH
[email protected]This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The flavors are well-balanced and the textures are great.