Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170g) pearled farro
- 2 cups (480ml) water
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 4 cups (120g) kale, stems removed and finely chopped
- 1 cup (150g) pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup (75g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup (45g) sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30ml) pomegranate molasses
- 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp (5g) Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) black pepper
Instructions:
- Combine farro, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 12–15 minutes until the grains are tender but still have a slight pop (al dente). Drain any excess water and spread the farro on a plate to cool quickly.
- Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with one teaspoon of the olive oil and a pinch of salt. Use your hands to squeeze and knead the leaves for about 60 seconds until the kale looks dark green and feels soft to the touch.
- Combine all vinaigrette ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously until the mixture is emulsified and opaque.
- Pour the dressing over the massaged kale and cooled farro. Fold in the pomegranate seeds, feta, toasted almonds, and parsley until every grain is glistening.