Description
Chili Lime Black Bean Farro Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines nutty farro with protein-rich black beans and fresh vegetables. Tossed in zesty lime juice and aromatic cumin, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a meal prep staple. Easy to make and visually appealing, it guarantees to impress your friends and family while being incredibly nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearled farro
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen)
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farro by boiling 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Add the farro and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain any excess water and let cool.
- While the farro cooks, dice the red bell pepper and chop the cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled farro, black beans, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture, add cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg