Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing

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A refreshing salad featuring a blend of ancient grains and fresh herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs farro, quinoa, cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1 cup farro and 1/2 cup quinoa in a pot with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until tender. Let cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Dice 1 medium cucumber and 1/2 cup radishes into 1/4-inch pieces. Place in a large bowl with cooled farro-quinoa mixture.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp chopped mint, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified. Pour over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. Top with 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese and extra herbs for garnish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (30 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep farro from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Harmony Grain Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing?

Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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