Slow Cooker Farro with Cherry Tomatoes, Basil and Parmesan
Simple and delicious farro with cherry tomatoes, basil and cheese, reminds me of a chewy risotto. It would make both a good side dish and main dish.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered if large
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups whole-grain or pearled farro, rinsed and picked over
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4-Quart.
- Place the onion in a microwave save bowl and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place the onion, tomatoes, water, farro and salt in the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 hours, or until the farro is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the olive oil, Parmesan cheese, basil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot garnished with more basil and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Serving size: 3/4 cup
WW Points: 5
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(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 6 SmartPoints (Green plan) 6 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 2 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) A relative of wheat, farro is a healthy whole grain with a warm, nutty flavor and chewy texture, that reminds me of barley.
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 6 SmartPoints (Green plan) 6 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 2 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) A relative of wheat, farro is a healthy whole grain with a warm, nutty flavor and chewy texture, that reminds me of barley.
Nutrition
Serving: 3/4 cup | Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 37.8g | Protein: 10.5g | Fat: 6.8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 5.8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 455IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 1mg