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Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad for a Vibrant Holiday Side

Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad for a Delicious Holiday Side

This Fresh Cranberry Apple Farro Salad for a Vibrant Holiday Side is a flavorful blend of grains and fruits, perfect for festive occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup farro
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 Honey Crisp apple chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
  • 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecan pieces

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Pan
  • large bowl

Method
 

  1. Rinse the farro and combine it with chicken broth in a pot. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 25 minutes or until tender.
  2. In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add thyme, Dijon mustard, and chopped celery, and sauté until celery is softened.
  3. Once the farro is cooked, drain any excess liquid and transfer it to a large bowl.
  4. Add sautéed celery mixture to the farro. Include chopped apple, parsley, cranberries, cranberry juice cocktail, maple syrup, red wine vinegar, and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Stir in toasted pecan pieces before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 10g

Notes

This salad can last up to three days in an airtight container and the flavors improve over time.

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