Ingredients

  • 2 cups farro
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cups baby arugula
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 green apple, diced
  • 1 hothouse cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick half moons
  • 1 orange, peeled and cut into segments ("supremes")

Method

  • Place the farro in a large bowl and cover with cold water.
  • Soak for 30 minutes.
  • Then put the farro in a large pot and cover with the chicken stock and 4 cups cold water.
  • Set over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Turn down the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered until the farro is tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain the farro and toss with the olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  • Season with some salt and pepper.
  • Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, toss the farro together with the arugula, tomatoes, apples, cucumber and orange supremes.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.