Brown Rice and Farro Salad

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Cook the rice. Combine with 1 ⅔ cups water and salt to taste in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat and simmer 45 minutes, or until there is no more water in the pot. Turn off the heat, cover the pot with a dishtowel, return the lid, and let sit for 15 minutes. Transfer the rice to a wide bowl or a sheet pan and allow to cool completely.

2. Step 2

   Meanwhile cook the farro. Combine with 3 cups water and salt to taste in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat and simmer 45 to 50 minutes, until tender. Turn off the heat and allow the farro to sit in the hot water for another 15 minutes, then drain and place in a paper towel-lined bowl to cool.

3. Step 3

   In a large bowl, combine the rice, farro, diced roasted pepper, diced cucumber, feta, basil, and thyme.

4. Step 4

   In a small measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the sherry and balsamic vinegars, salt to taste, Dijon mustard and garlic. Whisk in the olive oil. Pour over the grain mixture, add freshly ground pepper, and toss the mixture well.

5. Step 5

   Line individual salad plates or a platter with arugula. Top with the salad. Garnish, if desired, with more crumbled feta, and serve.