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Meyer Lemon Scented Farro and Asparagus Salad
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A bright and healthy salad, combining hearty farro with fresh asparagus and peas, tangy Meyer lemons, earthy crimini mushrooms, and sweet caramelized shallots. All tossed in a sweet and tangy Meyer lemon vinaigrette and topped with crunch macadamia nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked Farro
- 1 cup Frozen Organic Peas
- 2 whole Meyer Lemons, Zested
- 3 Tablespoons Meyer Lemon Juice
- 1 bunch Asparagus
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 whole Shallots, Sliced
- 1 cup Sliced Crimini Mushrooms
- 2 teaspoons Herbes De Provence
- ¼ cups Chopped Macadamia Nuts
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- FOR THE VINAIGRETTE:
- ¼ cups Meyer Lemon Juice
- 2 Tablespoons Citrus Champagne Vinegar (or White Wine Vinegar)
- 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Stock
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 whole Small Garlic Clove, Grated On A Microplane
- ½ Tablespoons Honey
Preparation
1. Cook farro according to package directions. (Note: my package said to soak it for at least 8 hours. However, I did not have time for this and just cooked it for about 1/2 hour and it turned out great!) During the last few minutes of cooking, add in the frozen peas. Drain the farro and peas. Add in the lemon zest and juice and toss.
2. Meanwhile, cut the asparagus into 3/4 inch pieces and steam until still crispy, but not hard. Add to the bowl of farro and peas.
3. On medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan. Add in sliced shallots and cook until soft. Add sliced crimini mushrooms and sauté until browned and soft. Add to the bowl with the rest of the salad. Add seasonings, to taste.
4. Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients.
5. Serve in a bowl, drizzle vinaigrette on top, and sprinkle macadamia nuts on top.
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theglamoroushousewife on 4.23.2010
I just finished making this salad and it is fantastick! I decided to use quinoa instead of farro and added meyer lemon zest in the dressing. I cant wait to serve it tonight. My only complaint is the amount of time and pots it takes.
Thanks doll,
The Glamorous Housewife
sursi on 3.29.2010
This is really good. Farro is the tastiest grain I know of (my husband even likes it). And the asparagus, lemon, and macadamia nuts marry with it perfectly.
Reen on 3.26.2010
I have been anxiously awaiting some asparagus recipes and this looks FANTASTIC!!