Farro, Radicchio, and Roasted Beet Salad

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Farro, Radicchio, and Roasted Beet Salad
45 min.
8
358kcal

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Looking for a salad that's not only visually stunning but also packed with flavors and nutrients? Look no further than this Farro, Radicchio, and Roasted Beet Salad! This vibrant dish boasts a delightful mix of colorful ingredients that come together to create a deliciously satisfying side, perfect for any meal or gathering.

At the heart of this recipe is farro, a nutritious ancient grain known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture. Paired with the earthy sweetness of roasted beets and the bold, slightly bitter notes of radicchio, this salad strikes a perfect balance. The addition of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy and tangy touch that harmonizes beautifully with the other ingredients. Plus, the zesty dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar elevates the flavor profile, making each bite irresistible.

This salad is not only vegetarian but also versatile; you can easily customize it with your favorite ingredients or use any type of beets you have on hand. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s an achievable recipe for both novice and experienced cooks alike. Impress your guests with this healthy yet indulgent option that is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or picnic. Get ready to enjoy a burst of flavors and textures in every bite!

Ingredients

  • inch beets trimmed to 1 inch
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • cups radicchio thinly packed thinly sliced quartered () (from 1 medium head)
  • 0.5 cup onion red finely chopped
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar divided
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • 1.5 cups wheat berries 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange beets insingle layer in 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
  2. Drizzle with vegetable oil. Cover with foiland roast until beets are tender, about 45minutes. Cool. Trim beets; peel. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.
  3. Cook farro in large saucepan ofboiling salted water until tender, stirringoccasionally, about 20 minutes.
  4. Drain.
  5. Transfer to large bowl. Stir 2 tablespoonsolive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and garlicinto hot farro. Cool to room temperature.
  6. Cut each beet into 6 to 8 wedges.
  7. Addbeets, radicchio, onion, and parsley to farro;toss to incorporate evenly. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  8. Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil and 3tablespoons vinegar in small bowl.
  9. Drizzleover salad.
  10. Add feta cheese; toss to coat.
  11. Any type of beet (red,golden, red-and-white-striped Chioggia)would be great in this salad. To avoidstained hands, wear plastic gloves whenpeeling dark-colored beets.
  12. This recipe calls for semipearledfarro, a version of the grain thatdoesn’t require soaking before being cooked.If you're using regular farro, be sure to planahead. It will need to soak overnight. Farrois available at specialty foods stores, naturalfoods stores, and Italian markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories358kcal
Protein8.07%
Fat60.15%
Carbs31.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.5
Glycemic Load
0.52
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.0639132157616%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
12.7mg
Delphinidin
0.77mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
3.85mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
5.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:358.48kcal
17.92%
Fat:24.52g
37.73%
Saturated Fat:5g
31.26%
Carbohydrates:29.14g
9.71%
Net Carbohydrates:23.72g
8.63%
Sugar:0.68g
0.76%
Cholesterol:12.62mg
4.21%
Sodium:168.38mg
7.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.41g
14.81%
Vitamin K:96.77µg
92.16%
Fiber:5.42g
21.68%
Vitamin E:2.43mg
16.18%
Calcium:95.8mg
9.58%
Iron:1.63mg
9.04%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.59%
Vitamin C:5.14mg
6.24%
Phosphorus:58.31mg
5.83%
Vitamin A:274.19IU
5.48%
Folate:19.02µg
4.75%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.32%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.99%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.53%
Selenium:2.34µg
3.34%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.64%
Copper:0.05mg
2.5%
Potassium:80.19mg
2.29%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.11%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.92%
Magnesium:7.22mg
1.81%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious