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A bowl filled with grains, vegetables, and olives.
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5 from 7 votes

Ancient Grains Salad

This flavorful grain salad is made using fresh vegetables, herbs, savory grains, and is tossed in a homemade balsamic vinaigrette.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6
Calories: 354kcal
Author: Kelsey Riley
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1 cup farro cooked
  • 1 cup barley cooked
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ½ cup kalamata olives
  • ½ cup sun dried tomatoes sliced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • 1 cup basil chopped

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Start by cooking all of the grains according to package instructions.
  • While the grains cook mix all of the ingredients for the dressing together and set it aside.
  • Wash all of the produce and prep them according to the ingredient list.
  • Allow the grains to cool before combining all ingredients in a large serving bowl. Pour your desired amount of dressing on top and toss gently until well combined.

Notes

You can store this grain salad in the fridge in a covered container for up to three days.

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 49.6g | Protein: 8.6g | Fat: 14.1g | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6.5g | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 3mg