Farro-and-Kale Salad with Olives and Pine Nuts

Published: Jul 16, 2013

Yields:

Total Time:

45 mins

Chewy farro and raw kale make for a deliciously healthy salad when tossed with buttery olives.

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Directions

1. Step 1In a medium saucepan of salted boiling water, cook the farro until al dente, about 25 minutes. Drain well and spread on a baking sheet to cool completely.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the pine nuts over moderate heat, tossing occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
3. Step 3In a large bowl, whisk the olive brine with the lemon juice and olive oil. Season the dressing with salt and pepper. Add the kale, toss well and let stand until barely wilted, 15 minutes. Mix in the farro, pine nuts, olives and red bell pepper. Season the salad with salt and pepper and serve.
  
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