Cranberry Walnut Farro Salad
- Jennifer Lee Hubl
- Feb 18
- 1 min read
🥗 Cranberry Walnut Farro Salad — flavor meets heart health!
This sweet, nutty, and satisfying salad is perfect for meal prep or a fresh seasonal side — and it’s loaded with ingredients that support long-term cardiovascular health.
❤️ Why your heart loves it:✔ Farro is a fiber-rich whole grain that supports healthy cholesterol and blood sugar control.✔ Walnuts provide plant-based omega-3 fats that help reduce inflammation and support arterial health.✔ Cranberries are packed with antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress.✔ Apples add fiber and polyphenols that support heart and gut health.✔ Healthy fats in the dressing help improve nutrient absorption and satiety.
📝 Ingredients
• 1 cup uncooked farro
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tart apples (Granny Smith), chopped
Dressing
• 3 tbsp walnut oil
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp ground sage
• ¾ tsp thyme
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ¾ tsp Mediterranean sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
📊 Estimated Macros (recipe divided into ~6 servings)Per serving:
• Calories: ~420 kcal
• Carbohydrates: ~63 g
• Protein: ~6–7 g
• Fat: ~18–19 g
A perfect make-ahead salad that keeps you full, energized, and fueling your heart the right way. ❤️
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