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Grilled Asparagus Salad with Zesty Lemon Delights!

A refreshing Grilled Asparagus Salad with zesty lemon, fresh thyme, and nutty farro, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed
  • 1 cup farro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook the farro according to package instructions, usually about 25-30 minutes, until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.
  4. Grill the asparagus for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked farro, grilled asparagus, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, and remaining olive oil. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Adjust seasoning with the remaining salt if needed.
  7. Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and toasted walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or substitute with nutritional yeast.
  • Add cherry tomatoes or radishes for extra color and crunch.

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