GRAIN SALAD WITH OLIVES AND WHOLE-LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Cook farro in a large wide pot over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown and toasted (it should start to smell like popcorn), about 4 minutes. Remove pot from heat and pour in cold water to cover grains by 1"; throw in a generous amount of salt (a healthy handful should do it). Set pot over medium-high heat and bring water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, skimming surface occasionally of any foam that may rise to the top, until grains are tender but still have some bite, 25-35 minutes. Drain and transfer farro to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, using the side of a chef's knife, coarsely crush olives to break them up into large craggy pieces; discard pits. Place in a large bowl and add chopped lemon and shallots. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Let mixture sit 5 minutes to allow shallots to slightly pickle and flavors to meld.
- Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium. Add olive mixture and cook, swirling occasionally, until ingredients are warmed through and shallots are slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Scrape vinaigrette into bowl with farro and toss to combine. Taste grain salad and season with salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice if you want.
- Just before you're ready to eat, fold herbs into salad.
- Do Ahead
- Grains can be cooked 1 day ahead; let cool, then cover and chill. Salad (without herbs) can be made 6 hours ahead; cover and chill.
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JALAl Uddin
jalal@gmail.comThis is a great salad for a summer party or potluck.
Nhana Kwame
n_kwame41@gmail.comI love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Al Rahim
a.rahim@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Zak Trujillo
t.zak@gmail.comI wasn't sure about the whole lemon vinaigrette, but it was actually really good. It added a nice tangy flavor to the salad.
Akif It
i.akif@yahoo.comThis salad is very refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of grains and olives.
Tonya Doolin
d.tonya2@hotmail.comI've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Deangelo Clark
deangeloclark95@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of olives, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing!
Eliazar Opiyo
oe80@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover grains. I also love that it's a healthy and filling meal.
ojukwu Somto
sojukwu@gmail.comI found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.
Shawn Hicks
s_hicks@gmail.comNot a fan of this salad. The flavors were too strong for me.
Faith Afreh
f40@gmail.comThis salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've made it with different grains and it's always great.
Zoyan awaisAli
awaisali_zoyan@hotmail.comI made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.
Colton Frantz
colton.frantz@yahoo.comThis grain salad is a keeper! It's flavorful and refreshing. I especially love the combination of salty olives and juicy lemon.