FARRO WITH PISTACHIOS, MIXED HERBS, AND GOLDEN RAISINS

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A host of fresh herbs-mint, cilantro, and parsley-plus ginger and lemon zest add refreshing zip to this grain salad.

Provided by Jon Shook & Vinny Dotolo, Animal

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Vegan     Vegetarian     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Kid-Friendly     Pistachio     Chile Pepper     Raisin     Herb     Rice     Small Plates

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups farro
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
1/2 cup pistachios
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup grapeseed oil or olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 serrano chile, sliced into rings
1 cup coarsely chopped mixed fresh cilantro, mint, and parsley
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Rinse farro under cold water. Cook in a large pot of boiling salted water, skimming surface occasionally, until tender, 20-25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toast pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
  • Whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger, sugar, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl. Whisking constantly, gradually add oil. Whisk until emulsified; season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
  • Drain farro and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and add chile, herbs, raisins, and pistachios; toss to combine. Drizzle with vinaigrette, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  • Do Ahead
  • Farro can be cooked 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

matthew chestnut
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Yum!


Jamie Swift
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This was a great recipe! I used brown farro instead of semi-pearled farro and cooked it for about 25 minutes. The raisins and pistachios added a nice sweetness and crunch. I also added some chopped fresh parsley. My family loved it!


Logan West
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This farro salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The farro is cooked perfectly, with a slight chewiness, while the pistachios add a nutty crunch and the golden raisins provide a touch of sweetness. The mixed herbs, including thyme, ros