FARRO, CHICKPEA, FETA, and MINT SALAD

By LRay

ACTIVE TIME: 15 Minutes
TOTAL TIME: 2 Hours 15 Minutes
MAKES: 6 cups
SERVES: 4 TO 6

STORAGE: Salad can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Mediterranean flavors shine in this salad. Salty FETA, refreshing MINT, and nutty FARRO and CHICKPEAS combine with pungent LEMON and RED ONION.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups cooked farro, tossed with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice while warm
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (3 ounces)
• 1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup fresh mint
• 1/4 small red onion, chopped (optional)
• Coarse salt

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Combine farro and chickpeas in a bowl. Stir in lemon zest, juice, and oil. Let cool.

Stir in cheese, tomatoes, mint, and onion. Season with salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.