Zucchini Farro Salad with Homemade Pesto

Swanson® Broth does double duty in this recipe.  It replaces the oil for a light take on a fresh summer pesto and it gives the farro a boost of flavor while it simmers.  Make the pesto ahead of time and toss with farro and veggies just before serving.

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Cooking Directions

  • Add 1/3 cup broth, the basil, parsley, pine nuts, cheese and lemon zest in a blender.  Cover and blend until the mixture is smooth.
  • Heat the farro and remaining broth in a 2 1/2-quart saucepan and heat over high heat to a boil.  Reduce the heat to low.  Cover and cook for 30 minutes or until the farro is tender and the broth is absorbed.  Remove the farro to a large bowl and let cool for 30 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini, corn and onion to the farro.  Add the broth mixture , lemon juice and salt and toss to coat.  Sprinkle with additional thinly sliced fresh basil, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 2.333 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 0.5 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
  • 0.25 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup uncooked farro
  • 1 small zucchini (about 6 ounces), chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup fresh whole kernel corn
  • 0.5 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt