Warm Farro Greens Pilaf (Printable)

Wholesome farro combined with tender greens and toasted almonds for a hearty, flavorful dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 - Salt, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Combine rinsed farro and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced almonds and toast, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
03 - In the same skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Add chopped baby greens to the skillet. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until just wilted, roughly 2–4 minutes.
05 - Incorporate cooked farro, chopped parsley, and lemon zest into the skillet. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Heat through for 1–2 minutes.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with toasted almonds and crumbled feta cheese if using. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious blend of grains, greens, and nuts for balanced flavor
  • Quick and easy preparation for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Farro is a wheat-based grain and not gluten-free
  • Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning them
03 -
  • Use pre-rinsed farro to save on prep time
  • Stir lemon zest in at the end for the brightest flavor
Go Back