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Beets and Farro With Honey-Garlic Goat Cheese

Beets and Farro with Honey-Garlic Goat Cheese Bliss

This Beets and Farro With Honey-Garlic Goat Cheese recipe effortlessly combines earthy sweetness and tangy creaminess, making it a delightful salad or side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup semi-pearled farro provides a delightful chew and a hearty base
  • 2 cups precooked beets adds earthy sweetness and vibrant color
  • 1 cup fennel offers a crisp texture and mild anise flavor
For the Dressing
  • 4 oz. fresh goat cheese adds creaminess and tangy notes to the dressing
  • 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt provides a luscious base for the dressing
  • 1 clove garlic infuses the dressing with robust flavor
  • 2 teaspoons honey sweetens the dressing beautifully
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar brightens the overall flavor
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil adds richness to the dressing

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 cup of semi-pearled farro and cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender but still chewy. Drain the farro in a colander and set it aside to cool slightly while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 grated garlic clove, 4 oz. of crumbled goat cheese, and 1 cup of plain whole-milk yogurt. Add 2 teaspoons of honey and blend until mostly smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked farro, thinly sliced fennel, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Drizzle in extra-virgin olive oil while stirring gently to combine.
  4. Just before serving, gently fold in the cut beets to the salad mixture, ensuring even distribution without mashing them.
  5. To present the salad, spread a layer of the dressing onto a platter, mound the salad mixture on top, and garnish with reserved fennel fronds and freshly cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.8mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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