GRAIN SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND CUCUMBERS
We call for semi-pearled grains because they cook more quickly and have a roughened-up texture that helps them soak up the dressing. Browning them first deepens their flavor.
Provided by Ignacio Mattos
Categories Bon Appétit Salad Side Grains Cucumber Tomato Summer Picnic Pine Nut Basil
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook farro in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown and toasted (it should start to smell like popcorn and some grains may pop), about 4 minutes. Remove pot from heat and pour in cold water to cover grains by 1"; throw in a healthy handful of salt. Set pot over medium-high heat and bring water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, skimming foam occasionally from surface, until grains are tender but still have some bite, 25-35 minutes. Drain and transfer farro to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, toast pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
- Add pine nuts, cucumbers, both kinds of tomatoes, red onion, lemon juice, oil, and vinegar to bowl with farro and toss everything together to combine. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
- Top salad with basil just before serving.
- Do Ahead
- Farro can be cooked 1 day ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.
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Marie Prowse
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
M J Mushahid Hussain Malik
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
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[email protected]This is a great salad for a healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
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[email protected]This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Ryanne
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I loved this salad. The dressing is so flavorful that it balances out the cucumbers.
mina bhatt
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
ahmed zisan
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the vegetables are so flavorful.
Clqaadir Maxamed
[email protected]This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!
Risap Tamang
[email protected]This salad was a big hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.
Thando Ta sende
[email protected]I'm always looking for new grain salad recipes, and this one did not disappoint. It's packed with flavor and the vegetables are so fresh.
Dylan Thomson
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious grain salad. I will definitely be making it again!
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[email protected]This salad was easy to make and very refreshing. I love the combination of the farro, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
Grant Anderson
[email protected]The dressing was a bit too oily for my taste, but the vegetables were fresh and crisp.
Hauwa Yahyauma
[email protected]This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with a more flavorful dressing.
Ashik Howlader
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of grain salads, but this one was really good. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.
Tstormer
[email protected]This is a great salad for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the vegetables are so flavorful. I love the addition of the farro, which gives the salad a nice nutty flavor.
Hadel HE
[email protected]This grain salad was delicious! I made it for a picnic and it was a big hit. The dressing is so flavorful and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.
Justin Kincaid
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so light and healthy, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the combination of the tomatoes and cucumbers.
samim muslim
[email protected]This grain salad was a hit at my summer potluck! It's refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. I used quinoa instead of farro, and added some chopped red onion for extra flavor. Will definitely be making this again!