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Published: Apr 8, 2018 · Modified: Mar 24, 2022 by Sandhya Ramakrishnan · This post may contain affiliate links

Farro Salad With Tahini Vinaigrette

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Farro salad is a colorful and nutty salad with the addition of delicious whole grain and a blend of colorful vegetables. The tahini salad adds to the flavor of the salad and it is a very adaptable recipe.

Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

Choosing to make Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette for the alphabet F, was the easiest for me yet in this series. I love the texture of the farro and have been waiting a long time to use it in a dish that I know I would love.

What is Farro?

Talking about Farro, I have to mention how I was first introduced to it. Few year back, I attended a Vegetarian meet at our local library back in NY and there they bought some whole grains for us to taste. That was the first time I tasted Farro and I loved it the most among the few other that I tasted that day.

The texture of the farro was something that I loved the most. It is nutty and has a great earthy flavor. I just love the slightly chewy texture that it has and it works great in a salad.

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Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

We as a family love to have a salad night once in a while. I usually have some bread on the side as I never feel filled up with just leafy salad. The use of a whole grain in the salad along with the rest of the vegetables was just so filling that we did not need anything else.

I took the Mediterranean route when planning for this whole grain salad as I had all the ingredients I needed. I had bought some tahini sauce to make the Chickpea Shawarma Wrap and I used some of it to make the dressing for this salad.

Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

Why make this salad?

The remaining ingredients were pretty easy to assemble. This Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette also helped me use up the jar of roasted peppers that I bought a while ago. I completely forgot that I had a whole jar of unopened roasted peppers and when I realized that, i thought it would work great in this salad.

The farro can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated until we are ready to assemble the salad. You could make a large batch of farro and keep it refrigerated to use in several recipes.

You could also pack your weekday lunches portioning the farro. When you are doing that make sure to include this Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette in the menu. The farro salad can be refrigerated for couple of days and tastes great when chilled.

My Other Posts in the A – Z Explore the Flavors Series

A for Akki Roti

B for Baghrir with Orange Butter Sauce

C for Chickpeas Shawarma

D for Double Ka Meetha

E for Esquites

Preparation time - 15 minutes
Cooking time - 25 minutes
Difficulty level - Easy
Recipe adapted from - Gimme Some Oven

Ingredients needed

To Make the Farro Salad

  • Farro - 1 cup
  • Cucumber - 1 cup (diced)
  • Cherry tomatoes - ½ cup (halved)
  • Roasted Red Peppers - ¼ cup (chopped)
  • Parsley - 4 teaspoon (finely chopped)
  • Red onion - ½ cup (finely chopped)
  • Feta Cheese - ¼ cup
  • Salt - ½ tsp

To make the Tahini Vinaigrette

  • Tahini - ¼ cup
  • Red wine Vinegar - 1 TBSP
  • Olive Oil - 2 TBSP
  • Lemon Juice - 1 TBSP
  • Garlic - 1 clove (finely minced)
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste
salad ingredients in a large white bowl

Procedure

To make the Farro Salad

  • Rinse the farro under running water, drain and place it in a pan. Add 2 ½ cups of water and ½ teaspoon of salt and bring it to a boil.
cooking farro in a pot of water
  • Simmer the flame and let the farro cook for about 20 minutes or until it is cooked and the liquid has all been absorbed. If the farro appears a little under-cooked, add a little more water and let it cook further until it reaches the right texture.
  • Let the Farro cool down to room temperature before we assemble the salad.
cooked farro grain in a pot
  • In the meantime, chop all the vegetables and have them all ready

To make the Tahini Vinaigrette

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl or a jar and mix it all together until they are well combined.
  • The vinaigrette could be used right away or refrigerated until ready to use. Mix well when using it later as the tahini tends to settle down a bit.

To Assemble the Salad

  • Combine all the chopped vegetables along with the cooled down farro.
  • Pour the Tahini Vinaigrette over the salad and mix to combine.
  • Check for the seasoning and adjust based on your preference.
Farro salad mixed with vegetables and tahini dressing

Expert tips

  • Farro could be cooked in bulk and refrigerated to use for salad.
  • The Tahini dressing can also be made ahead of time.
  • I like to make the salad the night before and chill before packing it for lunch box.
  • Any vegetable can be added or taken out based on personal liking.
  • We can skip the feta cheese to make this Farro salad Vegan.
  • If short on time, use any of your favorite store bought dressing to dress the farro salad.

Frequently asked questions

How long can we store this Farro salad?

The Farro salad can be refrigerated for 2 to 3 days and tastes delicious when served chilled.

How can we serve the Farro salad?

Farro salad is a meal by itself. It has grain, vegetables and protein from cheese. I like to serve some crusty bread on the side or some light soup.

Is Farro salad Gluten free?

Unfortunately Farro is not gluten free. If looking to make a gluten free salad, try the Quinoa Tabbouleh or Mediterranean Chickpeas Salad.

More filling salad recipes

  • Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
  • Quinoa Tabbouleh | Tabouli Salad
  • Barley Cucumber Salad | Summer Barley Salad
  • French Green Lentil Salad with Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

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salad bowl with different vegetables and cheese and farro

Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

Farro salad is a colorful and nutty salad with the addition of delicious whole grain and a blend of colorful vegetables. The tahini salad adds to the flavor of the salad and it is a very adaptable recipe.
5 from 16 votes
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Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 245kcal
Author: Sandhya Ramakrishnan

Ingredients

To Make the Farro Salad -

  • 1 cup Farro
  • c cup Cucumber diced
  • ½ cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • ¼ cup Roasted Red Peppers chopped
  • 4 teaspoon Parsley finely chopped
  • ½ cup Red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Feta Cheese
  • Salt

To make the Tahini Vinaigrette -

  • ¼ cup Tahini
  • 1 tablespoon Red wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 clove Garlic finely minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Instructions

To make the Farro Salad -

  • Rinse the farro under running water, drain and place it in a pan. Add 2 ½ cups of water and ½ teaspoon of salt and bring it to a boil.
  • Simmer the flame and let the farro cook for about 20 minutes or until it is cooked and the liquid has all been absorbed. If the farro appears a little under-cooked, add a little more water and let it cook further until it reaches the right texture.
  • Let the Farro cool down to room temperature before we assemble the salad.
  • In the meantime, chop all the vegetables and have them all ready

To make the Tahini Vinaigrette -

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl or a jar and mix it all together until they are well combined.
  • The vinaigrette could be used right away or refrigerated until ready to use. Mix well when using it later as the tahini tends to settle down a bit.

To Assemble the Salad -

  • Combine all the chopped vegetables along with the cooled down farro.
  • Pour the Tahini Vinaigrette over the salad and mix to combine.
  • Check for the seasoning and adjust based on your preference.

Notes

Expert tips
  • Farro could be cooked in bulk and refrigerated to use for salad.
  • The Tahini dressing can also be made ahead of time.
  • I like to make the salad the night before and chill before packing it for lunch box.
  • Any vegetable can be added or taken out based on personal liking.
  • We can skip the feta cheese to make this Farro salad Vegan.
  • If short on time, use any of your favorite store bought dressing to dress the farro salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 138IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Suma Gandlur says

    May 29, 2018 at 11:01 pm

    I have yet to try farro and your salad sounds like a great way to get introduced to it.

    Reply
  2. preeti garg says

    May 14, 2018 at 8:24 am

    So healthy and easy to prepare salad... perfect side dish with every meal.

    Reply
  3. Calleigh Keibler says

    April 25, 2018 at 10:08 am

    Never treid the farro before and your post piqued my attention in trying this very healthy salad.

    Reply
  4. Claire says

    April 25, 2018 at 7:46 am

    5 stars
    I made this salad today to take to an ANZAC day buffet lunch.
    It was such a hit!
    I left the dressing on the side so people could add it as they wanted and I can tell you everyone loved it!
    Thank you for a great recipe 😀

    Reply
    • Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      April 25, 2018 at 6:27 pm

      Claire, thanks a lot for trying it out and letting me know. This has become one of our favorites these days. I also leave the dressing on side and use it as needed.

      Reply
  5. April says

    April 24, 2018 at 9:33 pm

    I have not tried farro before but I've heard great things about it. Your post has convinced me to give it a try. Next time I go shopping I'm going to pick some up. Your salad looks perfect!

    Reply
  6. Michelle Blackwood says

    April 24, 2018 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    Love how vibrant, fresh and colorful your recipe is, I haven't tried farro as yet and now I'm definitely intrigued.

    Reply
  7. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    April 24, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    5 stars
    I'm with you! We love the texture of farro as well as the taste. We find it so versatile -- and you can't goof it up like you can rice. We have tahini but I hadn't thought of using it in a dressing. Thank you for the inspiration.

    Reply
  8. Catherine says

    April 24, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    This is my kind of salad...I'm craving something like this for lunch today. Hearty but healthy too...loving the flavors and colors of this dish.

    Reply
  9. Wajeeha says

    April 24, 2018 at 6:29 am

    5 stars
    Mmmm I loved that you used farro in this salad...the salad looks so bright and healthy!

    Reply
  10. Karyl Henry says

    April 24, 2018 at 6:15 am

    This looks like a wonderful, hearty salad. I just bought a bottle of tahini to make hummus, and wasn't sure what to do with the rest of the bottle. Looks like I'll be making a tahini vinaigrette! Thanks for the inspiration

    Reply
  11. Adriana Lopez Martin says

    April 23, 2018 at 10:49 pm

    5 stars
    Farro is one of my favorite grains and then using a tahini dressing this is definitely a great meal. Love it I want to try it soon!

    Reply
  12. Mayuri Patel says

    April 22, 2018 at 2:12 pm

    5 stars
    Sandhya I 've heard so much about the benefits of farro but have yet to taste it. It looks like wheat. The salad is looks tempting and wholesome.Love the tahini dressing recipe too. I've put farro down on my Montreal shopping list 🙂

    Reply
  13. kalyani says

    April 16, 2018 at 11:39 pm

    lovely salad - so healthy , filling and nutritious.. I haevnt tasted farro till date, but I think my sister kept talking about this grain. Look wise, it resembles wholewheat isnt it ??

    Reply
  14. Priya Srinivasan says

    April 16, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    colorful salad sandhya! good to hear that you have salad night once in a while, here it will be only me and my hubby! though i get farro here in all stores, i m yet to try it at home!!! With some bread on side, this definitely is a filling meal!!

    Reply
  15. sapana says

    April 11, 2018 at 1:57 pm

    5 stars
    Wow that is one delicious farro salad and the tahini dressing sounds super inviting. It must have tasted refreshing with all those vegetables.

    Reply
  16. Padmajha PJ says

    April 11, 2018 at 1:51 am

    5 stars
    I have never made such a salad but the colors look so inviting and probably will try making something like this in the near future!

    Reply
  17. Srividhya Gopalakrishnan says

    April 10, 2018 at 1:50 pm

    5 stars
    Healthy Salad. I am yet to taste farro as well. The tahini vinaigrette seems so versatile. Healthy indulgence for sure.

    Reply
  18. Sandhiya ThirumalaiKumar says

    April 09, 2018 at 1:45 pm

    5 stars
    Never tasted Farro before, seriously now i'm wondering how it taste. This Farri Salad sounds so healthy and i guess it's quite fulfilling salad too. Great share !!!

    Reply
  19. Gayathri Kumar says

    April 09, 2018 at 4:09 am

    5 stars
    I learnt about farro while watching Masterchef Australia series. This salad is so colourful and looks like a filling meal..

    Reply
  20. Srivalli says

    April 09, 2018 at 12:45 am

    5 stars
    Such a colourful and filling salad Sandhya, never used Farro and it looks so healthy!

    Reply
  21. harini says

    April 08, 2018 at 11:21 am

    Such an ultimate salad and seriously very filling to give a try. And this salad is my kind of food, that tahini vinaigrette dressing makes me drool. Absolutely irresistible.

    Reply
  22. harini says

    April 08, 2018 at 10:25 am

    5 stars
    Very colorful salad. I shall try the tahini sauce next time. I am also going to look for Farro. Never used it myself.

    Reply
  23. Pavani says

    April 08, 2018 at 8:14 am

    5 stars
    This is my kind of a salad Sandhya. I love grain bowls like this with lots of veggies and that tahini dressing sounds absolutely delicious. I would probably add some chickpeas or baked tofu for a complete meal.

    Reply
  24. Vaishali Sabnani says

    April 08, 2018 at 7:53 am

    That sure is a colorful salad. Farro is new to me ..but I think i shall use freekeh instead, lovely healthy and delicious. I am forever looking for such different salads and this one seems to be just my kinds.

    Reply
  25. sharmila kingsly says

    April 08, 2018 at 4:50 am

    5 stars
    So many colours.. Such a lovely and healthy salad.. My eyes are feasting over that salad!!

    Reply

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