Shrimp, Watercress and Farro Salad Recipe
It’s never too early to start the New Year resolutions with some healthy eating. Try this recipe for a delicious farro and watercress salad topped with fresh shrimp.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup farro (emmer wheat)
- Sea salt
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds fresh shrimp, deveined, thoroughly rinsed an patted dry
- Juice of ½ lime
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
- ½ lemon, juiced, seeds removed
- One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed well
- 1 bunch watercress, tough stems removed
Directions:
- Soak the farro in warm water for about 20 minutes. Drain and rinse well. Pour into a medium saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Cover the pot and bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Add a pinch of salt and cook for about 30 minutes. The farro should be soft but have a slight chew to it. Drain to remove excess water, and then transfer to a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Set aside.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Toss the shrimp with 2 more tablespoons olive oil, some salt, pepper and the lime juice. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet and broil for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Let cool slightly.
- Make the salad dressing by combining the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, the mint, lemon juice and some salt and pepper in a small jar. Cover and shake to combine.
- Toss together the farro, beans and watercress in a large bowl with half of the dressing. Season with salt and pepper. To plate, transfer the salad to a large platter and top with the shrimp. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side.
Sources: Food Network