Farro is an Excellent Source of Protein! Learn How to Cook it and Make a Salad | The Frugal Chef

Farro is an ancient grain that is loaded in benefits for your body. It is also a great source of plant protein. Check out both videos below and enjoy! WATCH HOW TO COOK FARRO ORIGINAL VIDEO HERE - WATCH ORIGINAL VIDEO FOR FARRO SALAD HERE - VEA ESTE VIDEO EN ESPAÑOL - SUBSCRIBE HERE! - Share, like and comment. Follow me : Twitter : Facebook : Instagram : Benefits of Farro - High source of protein High source of fiber Lowers risk of colon cancer Helps control weight Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Regulates cholesterol Lowers risk of heart disease Lowers risk of stroke Zinc for your immune system Magnesium for muscles and nerves Iron for hemoglobin Low glycemic index Keeps blood sugar stable Useful for Diabetes 2 Wide range of antioxidants How to Cook Farro: 8 cups of cold water 1 cup washed Farro Salt Place the water in a pot and add the farro. Add salt and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered for approximately 30 minutes -- until the farro is soft but not soggy. Drain and serve. You will have about 2 to 2.5 cups of cooked farro. Farro Salad Recipe 2 1/2 cups cooked Farro (that is one cup uncooked) 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest 1/2 small red (purple) onion — finely sliced 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1 small cucumber — sliced 10 cherry tomatoes — halved 1 cup broccoli florets (small) juice of one lemon (half if it is large) Olive oil Salt & Pepper Place all of the ingredients, except the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix. Add lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve. Music courtesy of Artlist - Rex Banner - So Fresh - No Melody