Continuing with our theme of showcasing our customer-submitted recipes this month, this fabulous dish comes to us from Dorothy, our friend, faithful customer and talented artist all the way from upstate New York (www.dorothylorenze.com). She spends her summers in Charlotte and was one of our first customers. Farro is a grain from a certain wheat species in whole form. It has a nutty flavor and very similar texture to brown rice or pasta. It is gluten-free and rich in fiber. Combine it with a basket full of veggies and our Tuscan Herb olive oil and this dish does not disappoint. Dorothy wrote: “Just ate a yummy veggie-farro dish whose secret ingredient was Tuscan Herb olive oil from Olive This! Tuscan Herb adds a touch of authentic flavor when I don’t have any basil at hand. Thanks for making my day…I mean dinner. Fresh and delicious!”
INGREDIENTS
- 1 or 2 zucchinis, diced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons Olive This! Tuscan Herb Olive Oil, divided
- 4 cups of cooked farro, prepared according to package directions
- ½ pound French green beans
- grape tomatoes, about 24, sliced in half
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon slices to garnish
- ½ cup grated or shaved Parmesan Romano cheese
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
Dice the zucchini and finely chop the shallot.
Sauté the zucchini and shallots in 1 tablespoon of the Tuscan Herb Olive Oil for about 3-5 minutes.
Cut the French green beans into bite-sized pieces – either in half or in thirds – and add to the zucchini and shallots. Sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a large serving bowl. Add the prepared faro, halved grape tomatoes, the 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the remaining 3 tablespoons of Tuscan Herb Olive Oil. Toss well to combine.
Generously salt and pepper to taste. Toss again, if necessary. Garnish with the ½ cup of shaved or grated Parmesan Romano cheese. Serve immediately.
SERVES 6
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