Skillet Beet and Farro Salad
Beets are known for their vibrant color, which comes from a pigment called betalain. This pigment has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making beets a nutritious addition to your diet.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Beets
- 1 cup Farro
- 2 cup Baby spinach
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 ounce Feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Walnuts
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim and peel the beets, then cut them into small wedges.
- Toss the beets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the beets on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
- In a saucepan, cook the farro according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted beets, cooked farro, sautéed red onion, baby spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped walnuts.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and toss gently to combine.
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the skillet beet and farro salad warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 9g18%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.