Herbed Grape & Apple Farro Bowl

Farro has long been a hearty staple of Italian countryside cooking, prized for its nutty chew. This lunch bowl tosses the grain with sweet grapes, crisp apple, and a bright herbed lemon dressing.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 30 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 385 cal
• 12g protein
• 52g carbs
• 16g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 cup dry farro
• 1 1/2 cups seedless grapes
• 1 large crisp apple
• 3 cups baby arugula
• 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon
• 1 lemon
• 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan
• 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the farro under cool water. In a medium saucepan combine the farro with water to cover by 2 inches and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a steady simmer.
2. 2Cook the farro uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the grains are tender with a pleasant chew (al dente). Drain any excess water and spread the farro on a plate to cool for 10 minutes.
3. 3While the farro cooks, halve the grapes and place them in a large serving bowl. Core the apple and cut it into thin matchsticks or small dice; add to the grapes.
4. 4Zest the lemon and then juice it. In a small bowl whisk the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon, salt, and black pepper into a bright vinaigrette.
5. 5Add the slightly cooled farro to the bowl with the grapes and apple. Pour most of the vinaigrette over and toss so the warm grains absorb the dressing.
6. 6Fold in the baby arugula, chopped parsley, and tarragon. The greens will wilt just slightly from the residual heat of the farro.
7. 7Add the chopped toasted walnuts and most of the shaved Parmesan. Toss once more gently.
8. 8Taste and add the remaining vinaigrette or an extra pinch of salt if the bowl needs more brightness.
9. 9Divide into four lunch bowls. Top each with the remaining Parmesan and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
10. 10Serve warm or at room temperature; the bowl holds well for several hours if packed for work.