Mediterranean Farro with Spice Roasted Chickpeas

recipe rating: 

5

Serves

6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups Furmano's Fully Cooked Farro, Drained & Rinsed
• 1/4 cup Feta Cheese, Crumbled
• 1/4 cup Kalamatta Olives, Pitted & Sliced
• 1/3 cup Tahini Butter
• 1/3 cup Water
• 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Garlic, Minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 cup Furmano's Garbanzo Beans (Chick Peas), Drained & Rinsed
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Turmeric
• 1/3 cup Salt
• 1/4 tablespoon Black Pepper

Preparation

1. For Dressing: Combine Tahini, Water, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Cumin and Cayenne in a food processor and run for two minutes. Scrape down sides and pulse until combined. Set aside.
2. For Spice Roasted Chickpeas: In a mixing vessel combine Chickpeas, Oil, Cayenne, Turmeric, Salt and Pepper. Roast in a saute pan for two minutes each side on medium low until just about to burst. Reserve.
3. In a mixing bowl, add Farro, Olives, Feta, and Chickpeas. Toss and drizzle in salad dressing. Serve cold.