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Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad for a Flavorful Holiday Delight

Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad

This Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad is a colorful and healthy side that brightens any holiday table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup farro
  • 4 cups chicken broth for cooking farro
  • 1 tablespoon butter for sautéing
  • few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • ½ cup toasted pecan pieces
  • 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
  • ¼ cup real maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the farro in the chicken broth according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the thyme and celery. Sauté until the celery is tender.
  3. Add the cooked farro to the skillet and mix well with the sautéed ingredients.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the farro mixture with fresh parsley, cranberries, toasted pecans, cranberry juice cocktail, maple syrup, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
  5. Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss to combine all ingredients.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize with apples or feta cheese for added flavor. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to three days.

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