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Spring Farro Salad with Asparagus and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette | Sip and Spice
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Spring Farro Salad with Asparagus and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup farro
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 bunch asparagus
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1 meyer lemon zested and juiced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan

Instructions

  • Rinse the farro and bring the water to a boil. Add the farro and let simmer for 15 minutes until most of the water has left the surface, then add in the diced asparagus and peas on top to let them steam. Finish cooking the farro, about another 5-10 minutes.

  • In a small bowl, combine the meyer lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Whisk together well, then pour into the cooked farro and vegetables along with the lemon zest and grated parmesan. Stir well and serve.