BACON AND BRUSSELS SPROUT FARRO SALAD
Take farro to a whole new level with this bacon and brussels sprout farro salad! Explore this ancient, nutritious grain with the familiar and mouth watering bacon and brussels sprouts flavors. The perfect side to your next meal!
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups farro
- 4 slices bacon, cut into pieces
- 4 cups shaved brussels sprouts (or sliced thinly)
- 1 tsp sea salt, divided
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium pot, add the farro, 4 cups of water and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Bring to a roaring boil, then reduce the heat down to a simmer for 25-30 minutes. Check done-ness by tasting a farro grain. The texture will be soft but slightly chewy. Remove from heat and drain any excess liquid. Alternatively, you can use your rice cooker! Same amounts, just set and walk away.
- While the farro cooks, heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add the bacon pieces and saute for 3-4 minutes, then add brussels sprouts in, along with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Saute for 12-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes to cook evenly. Cook until your bacon is crisped and the brussels sprouts are cooked through.
- Combine the cooked farro with the bacon and brussels sprouts. Add the parmesan cheese and toss everything to combine. Taste and add sea salt or pepper as needed.
- Serve with extra parmesan cheese!
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