Quinoa, Couscous, and Farro Salad with Summer Vegetables

Quinoa, Couscous, and Farro Salad with Summer Vegetables
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    42

Celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful salad, a harmonious blend of nutty grains and crisp, colorful vegetables. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a powerhouse of nutrition and taste, perfect as a refreshing lunch or a vibrant side dish.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    50 g
  • Cholesterol
    19 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    370 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 20 mins In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and the rinsed quinoa. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.

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Recipe View 10 mins In a separate medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add the pearl couscous, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the couscous is tender but still slightly firm.

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03 Step

Recipe View 25 mins In another medium saucepan, combine 3 cups of water and the farro. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the farro is tender and the water is absorbed. Drain any excess water if necessary.

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, gently combine the cooked quinoa, couscous, and farro with the diced cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and yellow squash.

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05 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Pour the dressing over the grain and vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

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06 Step

Recipe View 2 hrs Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving. This salad is best served chilled.

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the quinoa and farro in a dry pan for a few minutes before cooking.
Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or roasted red peppers.
If you don't have feta cheese, goat cheese or even a sprinkle of parmesan would be delicious.
This salad is a great make-ahead dish and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Melvina Mcglynn

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Hobart Ferry

    This salad is so refreshing and easy to make! I love how versatile it is – I've added grilled chicken to make it a complete meal.

  • Sherwood Mohr

    I substituted the feta with goat cheese and it was amazing! Thanks for the great recipe.

  • Vladimir Senger

    The lemon dressing is the perfect touch. I made this for a BBQ and it was a huge hit!

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