Lemon-Dill Farro Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Feta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Nutty farro tossed with tangy lemon and fresh dill, complemented by crunchy roasted chickpeas and creamy feta cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs farro, water, canned chickpeas 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 350 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.

Ingredients

• 1 cup farro
• 3 cups water
• 1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 4 tbsp divided olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp divided salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 small, finely diced red onion

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup farro under cold water. In a medium pot, bring 3 cups water to a boil, add the farro, and 1/2 tsp salt. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain any excess water and let cool.
2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 15-oz can drained chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until crispy, shaking pan halfway through.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Add cooled farro, roasted chickpeas, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 1/2 cup crumbled feta, and 1/4 small finely diced red onion to the bowl. Toss gently until combined.
5. Step 5: Adjust seasoning with more lemon juice or salt if needed and serve at room temperature or chilled.