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Pesto Salad with Shrimp and Spelt

Pesto Salad with Shrimp and Farro

A wholesome, Italian-inspired dish that is balanced and packed with nutrients. This salad is super quick to make, it keeps you going through the afternoon and it is tasty thanks to its mix of flavors and textures. 
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat
Keyword: Farro, Pesto, Salad, Shrimp
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 2
Calories: 281kcal

Ingredients

  • 0.55 pound shrimp
  • 1/3 cup farro dry
  • 4 cup spinach
  • 1 cup rocket
  • 10 sprig asparagus chopped
  • 1 ½ tbsp homemade pesto dressing
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Instructions

  • Start by boiling the farro for 15 minutes and then drain it in a colander. Rinse it with cold water to cool it down.
  • Meanwhile, heat a pot of water to blanch the asparagus. Drain them and place them in a bowl with ice to let them cool down.
  • Poach the shrimp until they are pink and let them cool in a bowl of water and ice.
  • Arrange in a bowl the greens, the farro, and the shrimp.
  • Drizzle with pesto diluted with 2 tablespoon of water and serve in plates.

Notes

  • You can boil the spelt and poach the shrimp in advance.
  • I recommend to blanch the asparagus just before making the salad, to maintain the bright green color.
  • You can also use store-bought poached shrimp to save time.

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 1123mg | Potassium: 590mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5977IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 6mg
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