This hearty grain salad of farro, green apples, arugula and feta mixed with a tangy dressing is the perfect compliment to any holiday table!
A couple of years ago when I first had this Farro Salad with Cranberries, Spinach, and Feta I fell in love with farro and probably made that dish a zillion times over the next few months. Since then, I’ve made it my mission for farro to make regular appearances on our menu plans.
I’m also a big fan of fruit it various types of salad. I know not everyone is, but it’s kind of my jam. So, this year I decided to make another version of farro salad featuring my beloved Granny Smith apples. Farro salad with apples is pretty amazing, y’all. You get the hearty farro with tart apples, spicy arugula, and creamy feta. Top it off with a sweet and tangy apple cider vinaigrette and you’ll be hard-pressed not to eat the entire bowl yourself. Oh, and if you want a little more crunch, throw some honey roasted cashews on top. I’m just sayin’ – you won’t hate it.
My whole family loved this dish, even the picky four-year-old. And, if there are any leftovers, they get even better as they sit and soak up all that vinegary deliciousness. I made a big bowl so I had some leftover to eat for lunch the next day and I was oh-so-happy to devour every last bite. And then oh-so-sad when it was all gone.
The good news? Farro Salad with Apples, Arugula, and Feta is super duper easy to make, so you can whip up a bowl whenever you are craving it! And while it is a wonderful option for a holiday side dish, it is also a great side dish you can enjoy year-round!
What do you need to make Farro Salad with Apples, Arugula & Feta?
You just need a few simple ingredients!
Farro
Arugula
Granny Smith apple
Feta cheese crumbles
Honey
Dijon mustard
Apple cider vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
How to make Farro Salad with Apples, Arugula & Feta:
Full Printable Recipe Below!
Step 1
Cook your farro according to package directions, using either water – or for a little added flavor, vegetable broth. Drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2
Meanwhile, you can cut up your apple and make the dressing. In a small bowl, mix the honey and Dijon until well-combined. Add the vinegar and olive oil and whisk until slightly thickened. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Combine the farro, arugula, diced apple, and feta in a serving bowl. Drizzle with dressing* and toss to combine.
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Farro Salad with Apples, Arugula, and Feta
Ingredients
For the farro salad
- 2 cups farro
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 Granny Smith apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
For the dressing
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook your farro according to package directions, using either water – or for a little added flavor, vegetable broth. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, you can cut up your apple and make the dressing. In a small bowl, mix the honey and Dijon until well-combined. Add the vinegar and olive oil and whisk until slightly thickened. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the farro, arugula, diced apple, and feta in a serving bowl. Drizzle with dressing* and toss to combine.
Notes
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