Description
Shrimp and Farro Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines tender shrimp with nutty farro and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor and health benefits. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup farro
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farro by rinsing it under cold water. In a saucepan, combine farro with 3 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- While the shrimp cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked farro, sautéed shrimp, chopped veggies, crumbled feta cheese, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and remaining olive oil; mix gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg