Baked Farro Risotto with Sage
Farro is an ancient grain—perhaps the first cultivated grain—that originated in the Middle East and is used widely in Mediterranean cooking. Of all the whole grains, it tops the charts for nutritional value. Its vast health benefits even exceed those of quinoa. It can be used instead of rice or barley as a side dish or as an addition to salads, or it can be the main attraction. In this creamy risotto-style dish, farro is the star. Once you try it, you'll agree that this supergrain is the ultimate comfort food of the Mediterranean diet.
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Lightly coat the inside of a 5-cup capacity casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. (The shape of the casserole dish will depend upon the size of the air fryer, but it needs to be able to hold at least 5 cups.)
- In a large bowl, combine the farro, broth, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, sage, salt, olive oil, and ½ cup of the Parmesan.
- Pour the farro mixture into the prepared casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and stir. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Parmesan over the top and bake for 15 minutes more.
- Stir well before serving.
PAIRING TIP:
This recipe is versatile and works beautifully when served alongside Classic Chicken Kebab.
PER SERVING: Calories: 284; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Protein: 12g; Total Carbohydrates: 40g; Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Cholesterol: 14mg