Lemon-Herb Chickpea & Farro Salad

Why it fits: Whole grains + legumes + olive oil = peak Med vibes.

Prep / Cook10 min / 20 min (mostly farro simmering)
Macros (per serving)415 cal, 15 g P, 55 g C, 15 g F

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dry farro, rinsed
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup baby spinach, loosely packed
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup diced cucumber
  • 2 Tbsp crumbled feta
  • Dressing: 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, zest + juice of ½ lemon, 1 tsp dried oregano, pinch salt & cracked pepper

Directions

  1. Simmer farro in salted water (3× volume) until al dente, ~20 min; drain & cool.
  2. Whisk dressing in salad bowl, toss in farro + veggies + chickpeas.
  3. Sprinkle feta, adjust salt, serve room temp.
    Pro-tip: Batch-cook farro on Sunday; it holds 4 days in the fridge for lightning lunches.

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