Meal Kit

Farmstand Salad

With Goat Cheese, Apple, and Farro

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies
  • Under %{max_calories} calories
    Vegetarian

We love supporting local producers at the farmers' market and enjoying the bounty of the season, but we don't love waiting in long lines or having to make polite conversation with an artisanal beard wax maker. This dish takes care of that by bringing together bright, fresh flavors like Granny Smith apple, goat cheese, and peppery watermelon radish. This no-fuss salad also features farro, a healthy grain that adds a bit of crunch and protein. Give the hemp tote bag a rest and enjoy the healthy bounty courtesy of Home Chef.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 1 Granny Smith Apple
  • Info
    ¾ cup Semi-Pearled Farro
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 3 oz. Frozen Peas
  • 2 oz. Baby Arugula
  • 1 Shallot
  • Info
    1 oz. Goat Cheese Crumbles
  • ½ fl. oz. Champagne Vinegar
  • 2 tsp. Sugar
  • 1 Watermelon Radish

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    440
  • Carbohydrates
    83g
  • Net Carbs
    76g
  • Fat
    5g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Sodium
    160mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Cook the Farro

    Bring a medium pot with farro and plenty of water to cover to a boil over high heat. Boil for 25-30 minutes, or until farro is softened but still chewy (Prepare remaining ingredients while farro cooks). Place a colander (or strainer, depending on hole size) in the sink. Drain farro in a colander and run under cold water to stop cooking. Shake well to remove excess water and transfer to a large mixing bowl along with peas.

  2. 2

    Pickle the Shallot

    Trim ends off shallot, peel, and slice into thin rings. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Champagne vinegar, sugar, 1 Tbsp. water, and a pinch of salt. Continue whisking until sugar dissolves. Add sliced shallot and mix gently. Set aside to let flavors marry, at least 10-15 minutes. Mix gently every few minutes to ensure complete coverage.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Thoroughly rinse produce and pat dry. Trim ends off watermelon radish, peel, and slice as thinly as possible. Stack slices and halve through the middle to make half-moons. Halve grape tomatoes. Core apple and cut into 1/4" slices.

  4. 4

    Make the Dressing

    Remove shallot from pickling liquid and set aside, leaving liquid in bowl. Whisk in 1 Tbsp. olive oil to make vinaigrette and add to the bowl with farro. Don't worry if the farro is still a little warm; it will absorb the flavor of the vinaigrette even better. Toss to combine.

  5. 5

    Toss the Salad

    Add radish, apple, and grape tomatoes to bowl with farro and toss to combine. Add arugula and toss gently once more - if the farro is too warm, the arugula may wilt. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, if necessary.

  6. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Place a serving of farro-arugula salad on a plate and garnish with pickled shallot and crumbled goat cheese.

Home Chef: Fresh Ingredient Delivery To Cook At Home

Home Chef is a meal kit delivery service - order and receive home food delivery weekly. Choose from 21 fresh recipes featuring steak, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian options, and beyond to meet your cooking needs each week.