Roasted Mushroom and Green Bean Farro Salad

Total prep/cook time: ~30 min. Serves 4.

*Vegetarian

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked farro
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp thyme, chopped
• 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette
• Pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 400.
2. Bring 2 cups water and farro to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the farro is al dente - about 20 min.
3. Toss mushrooms and green beans in the oil, thyme, and pepper and place them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast the mushrooms and green beans in preheated oven until they begin to caramelize, about 20 min, flipping halfway through.
5. Mix everything and enjoy.

More ideas like this:

Possibilities with grain salads are endless – instead of farro, try barley, spelt, brown rice, or quinoa. Try different veggie combinations, white beans, beets, different cheeses, herbs, and dressing flavors. Get creative!

Nutrition Information (per 1 serving):

Total calories: 314 cal
Total fat: 10 g

Saturated fat: 3 g

Sodium: 345 mg

Total carbs: 47 g

Dietary fiber: 10 g

Protein: 16 g