Winter Farro Kale Salad: A Wholesome Twist with Turkey Bacon
A hearty salad perfect for winter featuring farro and kale, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farro according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and turkey bacon.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked farro to the salad and pour the dressing over.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding nuts or seeds.
- Substitute quinoa for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Winter Farro & Kale Salad, healthy salad, turkey bacon, winter recipes