I love the Sicilian flavors in this hearty vegetarian salad from Food & Wine magazine.  You can’t go wrong with a combination of sweet golden raisins, tangy green olives, scallions and walnuts, all tossed in with tender cooked farro and a lovely fresh lemon juice vinaigrette.  I imagine this would also be a delicious salad if made with another of your favorite grains:  Israeli cous cous, quinoa, or even plain brown rice would also do the trick.  Such a delicious combination of tastes, textures and good-for-you ingredients, this salad is also good the next day for a healthy, flavorful lunch.

(To view this recipe, click on the following link: http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/farro-and-green-olive-salad-with-walnuts-and-raisins)

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