Farro Salad with Honey & Lemon

March 3, 2020 - By The Salty Owl Co

Farro Salad with Honey & Lemon, hearty enough as a main dish with fresh cucumbers, sugar peas and cherry tomatoes drizzled in honey lemon vinaigrette and topped with crumbled feta.

I have a new found love for farro. You see, I’m a meat & potatoes girl, but this Farro Salad with Honey & Lemon is my new favorite. It’s hearty and rustic, which is perfect as a side or a main dish with the addition of a protein, like this balsamic flank steak. I like to pile it high with fresh garden veggies like cucumber, sugar peas and vine ripe cherry tomatoes. Drizzle a really simple, but absolutely necessary honey lemon vinaigrette over it all and don’t forget the crumbled feta!

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Farro Salad with Honey & Lemon

Nutty farro topped with fresh cucumber, sugar peas and cherry tomatoes drizzled in honey lemon vinaigrette.

Course Main Course, Salad

Cuisine Vegetarian

Keyword Healthy Recipes, Quick Dinner, Rustic Salad

Prep Time 10

Servings 4

Ingredients

Salad

1 package farro or 4 servings loose farro cooked according to directions
1 English cucumber sliced
1 cup sugar peas rough sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup feta crumbled

Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

1 tbsp shallot minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Salad

Place cooked farro on large serving plate. Layer English cucumber, sugar peas and tomatoes over the top. Drizzle with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette. Crumble feta over top.

Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

Combine shallot, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar and honey. Slowly pour in olive oil while stirring continuously. Salt and pepper to taste.

This recipe is shown with balsamic flank steak, but grilled chicken or shrimp would go very well. Just keep it simple. If you are making flank steak, season with a few shakes of balsamic vinegar and salt / pepper. Prefer chicken? This Honey Lemon Vinaigrette is a great marinade. Drizzle some on your chicken breast and grill to perfection. Works with shrimp too!

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New to Farro?

Farro is an ancient grain. It’s complex and nutty in taste. It’s a healthy alternative to rice because it’s packed with protein, fiber and nutrients like magnesium, zinc and Vitamin B. It’s also better on the waistline. With less calories than traditional rice and it’s hearty so you stay fuller longer.

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# About Tamara Hi, I'm Tamara, the creator behind The Salty Owl Co. I believe that some of life's best moments happen around the table—sharing a meal with family, gathering with friends, and savoring the simple pleasures of fresh, thoughtfully prepared food. Through The Salty Owl Co., I share seasonal recipes, coastal-inspired cooking, and stories that celebrate a slower, more intentional way of living. Living in the Pacific Northwest has shaped my love for local ingredients and the connection between farm, sea, and table. From freshly caught seafood and garden-grown vegetables to products sourced from small farms and local makers, I'm passionate about knowing where our food comes from and supporting the people who produce it. The owl in The Salty Owl Co. holds special meaning for me. For as long as I can remember, a family of owls has lived on our property. Their familiar evening calls echo through the trees each night, bringing a sense of peace and grounding that reminds me to slow down and appreciate the beauty of home. They have become a symbol of the lifestyle I hope to inspire—one rooted in nature, community, and simple joys. Whether you're looking for fresh recipes, entertaining inspiration, seasonal ideas, or a little encouragement to cook more at home, I'm glad you're here. My hope is that The Salty Owl Co. inspires you to gather often, savor every season, and create meaningful moments around your own table. Welcome to The Salty Owl Co.

Farro Salad with Honey & Lemon