Farro Salad with Za’atar, Broccoli and Feta
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.
This farro salad with za’atar and broccoli is a flavorful salad that is perfect to eat as a vegetarian meal or as a side dish.
My life has been lacking in za’atar consumption since I found out my little man N is allergic to sesame. However, I occasionally and very carefully sneak this flavorful spice mixture into my life (but not his, of course!).
If you’re unfamiliar with za’atar, it’s a seasoning blend that has a ton of flavor and is super versatile. Za’atar is most commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine. It’s a blend of marjoram, thyme, and oregano, sumac, and toasted sesame seeds which give it a nutty flavor. The sumac in za’atar lends a beautifully tart flavor which is perfect for this salad.
This farro salad recipe is actually one of my mom’s creations! She’s a genius in the kitchen and I attribute my love of cooking to her alone. I had the pleasure of eating and photographing this salad when my parents came to visit us recently.
The salad is a delectable combination of tangy, chewy, and crunchy, with a bright and fresh flavor. It has tons of protein thanks to the farro, garbanzo beans and feta, which makes it a perfect vegetarian lunch or dinner. You could also serve it as a flavorful side dish.
Have you tried farro yet? Farro is an ancient wheat grain, so it’s not gluten-free by the way, and contains 6 grams of protein per serving, along with generous amounts of fiber and nutrients. Farro has become my go-to grain for salads because of its size and chewy texture which complements crunchy vegetables. It leaves you very satisfied and full.
Loving this farro salad?
I have more farro salads for you! Try:
- Southwestern Farro Salad with Roasted Poblanos
- Zucchini Noodle Mason Jar Salad with Farro and Mozzarella
- Farro Salad with Chicken, Beets and Red Wine Vinaigrette
- Farro Salad with Bacon, Squash, and Dried Cranberries
- Kale Salad with Farro and Honey Dijon Dressing
- Farro Salad with Sundried Tomatoes, Spinach and Cashews from Cookin’ Canuck
- Brussels Sprouts and Farro Salad with Hazelnuts and Goat Cheese from Completely Delicious
Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons za’atar seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 1 cup farro, cooked according to package directions and cooled slightly
- 1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup loosely packed parsley, chopped
- ¾ cup matchstick carrots
- 2 cups broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup feta cheese
Instructions
- Whisk together dressing ingredients.
- Mix all ingredients, except feta cheese, together with the dressing. Sprinkle feta cheese on top prior to serving.
Nutrition Information
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
Husband’s take: Ben was more than on board with this salad as well. Thumbs up all around!
Changes I would make: None are necessary, but it’s a salad! Feel free to swap out veggies for whatever you have in the house.
Difficulty: Easy.
PS: Do you pronounce farro “fair-o” or “Far-o” or none of the above? I’m asking for a friend (wink, wink).
Melissa | Persnickety Plates says
What awesome flavors! I make lemon & oil salad all the time but never threw some za’atar in it. Definitely trying this.
Kathryn Doherty says
I love farro salads, too! It just has the best texture. I also love the flavors you combined here. I’ve been meaning to get my hands on some za’atar – think I’m gonna break down and order some finally :)
Have a great weekend!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
This salad is gorgeous! I just tried farro earlier this year and am crazy about it and always looking for new dishes to try! It sounds perfect with the broccoli, feta and all the other flavors!
denise says
that looks really good!
Christina says
Ooooh, this looks wonderful! I’m all over this one!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
This Monday is filled with fantastic salad recipes! I love farro so I am crazy about this! The dressing sounds so good!
Mom says
Thanks, Rach! I love that we share an interest in cooking!
Malinda@Countryside Cravings says
I haven’t tried Farro or za’atar before. I know I need to get out more :) This salad sounds divine with the different textures and flavors!