Five reasons to choose Farro
- A whole grain and excellent source of cholesterol-lowering fiber.
- A good source of protein, important for building muscle and feeling full longer.
- An earthy, nutty flavor with a firm, chewy texture.
- Useful in soups, stews, salads and casseroles or risotto-like dishes.
- Easy to digest so the body readily absorbs nutrients.
Farro with Pistachios & Herbs
10 servings (2/3 cups)
ALL YOU NEED
- 2 cups Hy-Vee farro
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon
- Hy-Vee Select extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces salted, shelled pistachios (about 1 cup), toasted and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Hy-Vee pepper, divided
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
ALL YOU DO
- Combine farro, water and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large, heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir and reduce the heat to a simmer; cook, uncovered, until the farro is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine pistachios, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl; toss to combine.
- Drain the farro and add to the bowl along with the onion mixture and parsley. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss to combine.
Nutrition facts per serving: 220 calories; 9 g fat (1 g sat, 5 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 31 g carbohydrate; 8 g protein; 5 g fiber; 163 mg sodium; 160 mg potassium
