Firecracker Farro Salad
Brighten up your table with a vibrant Firecracker Farro Salad! This colorful and hearty salad combines nutty farro with diced red and yellow bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, black beans, and sweet corn kernels. The addition of finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, and crumbled feta cheese adds layers of flavor and texture. A smoky, tangy dressing made with olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, and chili powder ties everything together. Garnished with sunflower seeds for a delightful crunch, this salad is perfect for any festive occasion or healthy meal. Enjoy the burst of colors and flavors in every bite!
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1.5 Cups Farro, Cooked and Cooled
- 1 Red and Yellow Bell Pepper, Diced
- 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
- 1/2 Cup Red Onion, Diced or Sliced
- 1 Cup Black Beans, Rinsed and Drained
- 1 Cup Corn Kernels, Fresh or Canned, Drained
- 1/4 Cup Cilantro, Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Fat Free Feta Cheese
- 1/4 Cup Sunflower Seeds, Optional
For the Dressing
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
- 3 Tbl Lime Juice
- 2 Tbl Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tbl Honey
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 Tsp Chili Powder
- Salt/Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked and cooled farro, diced red bell pepper, diced yellow bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, black beans, and corn kernels.
- Add the Herbs and Cheese: Add the chopped fresh cilantro and crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top (if using).
- This makes 6 servings. Each serving on WW is 4 WW Points. Enjoy!