Warm Farro Greens Pilaf (Printable)

Nutty farro combined with sautéed greens and crunchy toasted almonds creates a satisfying dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup farro, rinsed
02 - 2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

→ Greens & Vegetables

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 5 ounces baby spinach, kale, or chard, roughly chopped
07 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
08 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Nuts & Garnish

09 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds
10 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine farro and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until farro is tender and liquid is absorbed. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.
02 - While farro cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced almonds and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer toasted almonds to a small bowl and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
04 - Add the chopped greens to the skillet. Stir and cook until just wilted, between 2 and 4 minutes.
05 - Stir cooked farro into the skillet along with chopped parsley and lemon zest. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Warm the mixture through for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted almonds and optional crumbled feta cheese. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Vegetarian amp packed with wholesome grains
  • Versatile: serve as a main or vibrant side dish
02 -
  • Farro is a wheat-based grain and not gluten-free
  • You can swap in spelt or barley for similar results
03 -
  • For extra flavor squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving
  • Add dried cranberries for a sweet-tart contrast
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