Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed Dressing
A protein-packed spring salad featuring nutty farro, creamy chickpeas, and zesty lemon-dill dressing, perfect for a light lunch or side dish. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs farro, canned chickpeas, cucumber for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, uncooked farro
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 1 medium, diced cucumber
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan, add 1 cup uncooked farro, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until tender and water is absorbed, then let cool for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 medium diced cucumber, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper, then toss gently.
- Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified, then pour over the cooled farro and chickpea mixture, stirring until evenly coated and all ingredients are well combined.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed 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 Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed 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 Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed 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 Lemon-Dill Chickpea & Farro Salad with Herbed Dressing?
Mediterranean vegetarian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
