Farro Fried Rice with Brussels Sprouts
Farro Fried Rice with Brussels Sprouts is a deliciously unique twist on traditional fried rice, featuring chewy farro and the nutty crunch of fresh Brussels sprouts. This vibrant dish combines simple ingredients to create a nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive side at gatherings. Each bite is bursting with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the farro according to package instructions (usually simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender). Drain and set aside.
- While the farro cooks, wash and trim the Brussels sprouts, then slice them thinly. Dice the carrot and chop the green onions.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic followed by Brussels sprouts and carrots. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until veggies are tender yet crisp.
- Add cooked farro to the skillet. Stir in soy sauce and mix well until everything is evenly coated. Cook for another minute to meld flavors.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg