Farro Salad With Arugula & Tuna Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Farro Salad with Arugula & Tuna is a hearty and nutritious salad that is packed with flavor. Made with cooked farro, arugula, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and canned tuna, this salad is a complete meal on its own. The lemon vinaigrette adds a tangy and refreshing taste to the salad, while the feta cheese adds a creamy and salty element. Serve this salad as a light lunch or dinner, and enjoy the combination of textures and flavors.

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Ingredients for Farro Salad With Arugula & Tuna Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Cooked Farro
  • 1/2 cup Arugula
  • 1/4 cup Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
  • 0.06 cup Red Onion, Thinly Sliced
  • 1/4 can Tuna, Drained
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • 0.06 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese

Directions: Farro Salad With Arugula & Tuna Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cook the farro according to the package instructions, then let it cool.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked farro, arugula, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and canned tuna.
  • STEP 3.In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  • STEP 4.Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients.
  • STEP 5.Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  • STEP 6.Serve the farro salad with arugula & tuna chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

  • You can substitute farro with other grains like quinoa or bulgur if desired.
  • Add other vegetables like cucumber or bell peppers for extra crunch and freshness.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the tuna and add roasted chickpeas or grilled tofu.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Before serving, give the salad a good toss to redistribute the dressing and flavors.
  • Serve the farro salad with arugula & tuna as a main dish or as a side salad with grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition
value
234
calories per serving
14 g Fat19 g Protein7 g Carbs1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    14g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Carbs
    7g
  • Fiber
    1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    7g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Fiber
    1g

Fats

  • Fat
    14g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    255mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    120mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    34mg
  • Vitamin B9
    786mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    21mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    67mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    275mg
  • Selenium
    17mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp