An easy Mediterranean one-pan farro recipe with mushrooms, peas, garlic, and fresh herbs! Pretty much a family favorite!
Farro is nutty-flavored Mediterranean grain that has been in use since the time of ancient Egypt!
And not only is it chockful of good-for-you nutrients, but it is also hearty, deeply satisfying, and quite versatile. You’ll find all sorts of year-round farro recipes, from stews to salads and more.
Because farro is chewier than Italian rice and doesn’t release starch when cooking, it doesn’t need constant tending. That’s why, I personally like to use it as an easy alternative in dishes like risotto.
Today’s farro recipe with mushrooms and peas is a risotto-like dish, only it doesn’t require a ton of TLC.
A perfectly filling farro recipe with mushrooms and peas. To capitalize on farro’s earthy flavor, I add green onions and fresh garlic, while keeping the spices to a minimum. A little grated Parmesan and fresh mint leaves round finish this simple dish.
I used Italian pearled farro, which typically cooks in 20 minutes or so.
This farro recipe works as a simple side dish, or a vegetarian entree.
Try this dish with a side of fresh Mediterranean salad or Fattoush.
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One-Pan Farro Recipe with Mushrooms and Peas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: serves 4 1x
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An easy Mediterranean one-pan farro recipe with mushrooms, peas, garlic, and fresh herbs! Pretty much a family favorite!
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 8 oz baby bella mushrooms,cleaned, trimmed and sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp chopped garlic
- 1 cup Italian Pearled Farro
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 spring fresh thyme, leaves only
- Salt and pepper
- 2 1/4 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions
- In a deep skillet with a lid (like this one), heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add green onions, mushrooms and peas; saute for 3-4 minutes. Add fresh garlic and stir briefly until fragrant.
- Now add farro, sweet paprika, thyme, and a little salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Meanwhile, in a separate pot, boil the vegetable broth. Add the boiling broth to the farro mixture.
- Bring everything to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and add grated Parmesan and fresh mint leaves. Serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
- To serve as a vegetarian entree, consider adding a salad like 3-Ingredient Mediterranean Salad or Fattoush Salad .
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- Category: Sides
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Farro, Farro with Mushrooms and Peas, Mushrooms, Peas, Mediterranean Farro
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Carmen says
April 7, 2019 at 8:27 pmGreat and easy recipe! Since my family is not fond of peas, I added onions to the mushrooms and, near the end and before the cheese, lime zest.
★★★★★
Suzy Karadsheh says
April 10, 2019 at 3:49 pmCarmen, thanks so much for sharing your variation! Sounds great!
Linnea Mulder says
March 26, 2019 at 11:35 amThe farro I have cooks for 30 min.(couldn’t find Italian pearled). Can still use and keep other ingredients the same.?
Thanks!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 28, 2019 at 12:14 pmSure Linnea. You’ll need to adjust cooking time accordingly (review your farro package instructions)
Linnea Mulder says
April 6, 2019 at 9:21 pmThanks very much—just cooked the farro a bit longer and it was fine. Was enjoyed by all at potluck—great flavor and texture.
★★★★★
Suzy Karadsheh says
April 7, 2019 at 8:14 amWonderful! So glad you enjoyed it!
Yvonne Mancini says
January 4, 2019 at 10:11 pmAdd the peas last, they will keep the nice green color on the one hand Farro recipe.
★★★★
Suzy Karadsheh says
January 6, 2019 at 1:00 pmGreat, Yvonne! Thanks for sharing.
Diana says
December 16, 2018 at 1:35 pmI just made this for Sunday lunch. Delicious! First time to cook with Farro. I didn’t have Italian Pearled Farro so I used regular with some slight adaptations. It was so good! I will be printing this to keep with my other recipes! Yay!
★★★★★
Suzy Karadsheh says
December 17, 2018 at 3:17 pmDiana, that’s awesome! Thanks so much for sharing!
Kathy says
December 8, 2018 at 6:28 pmWe love Farro with mushrooms and peas. This is a great dish. Tonight I used beef broth and topped it with slices of steak. My husband really liked it
Suzy Karadsheh says
December 11, 2018 at 2:19 pmThanks so much for sharing, Kathy!
Bernadette says
November 16, 2018 at 7:11 pmWill this work with ordinary farro?
Suzy Karadsheh says
November 17, 2018 at 3:53 pmI would look at the farro package for cooking instructions
Nancy J Alexander says
October 8, 2018 at 4:49 pmSounds wonderful can’t wait to try it. Problem is one cup of cooked farro is too much for me. How do I keep or re-use left overs? Thank you
Suzy Karadsheh says
October 11, 2018 at 5:23 pmHi Nancy, cooked farro will keep well in the fridge for about 3 days or so in a tight-lid glass container.
LINDA says
July 10, 2018 at 9:30 amI will be trying this with some rotisserie chicken cut up into it, I cook for a friend who is wheel chair bound at this time and I am always hunting for different ways and flavors with the same basic ingredients as she doesn’t eat pasta and usually doesn’t eat beans,so for health reasons I sneak them in wherever I can. Thank you,I will be trying it myself before I make it for her.
Suzy Karadsheh says
July 10, 2018 at 7:25 pmHi Linda! Thank you for sharing. I’m excited for you to try this recipe. And I hope you and your friend will enjoy it.
Angie says
July 22, 2017 at 3:16 pmWhat can I use besides farro I can’t find it
Suzy Karadsheh says
July 23, 2017 at 3:45 pmHi Angie, you can try it with pearl barley or couscous instead…follow the directions on the package as cooking time will vary. Enjoy!
Margot says
July 11, 2017 at 4:20 pmMade this today for the 2nd time – and at my super-choose the husband’s request! #Win. Thank you for sharing this recipe. Do you also have the nutritional info per serving? That way I’ll know how to fit it into my WW program seamlessly.
★★★★★
Suzy Karadsheh says
July 11, 2017 at 5:55 pmWonderful, Margot! I’m happy you guys enjoyed it! We are looking into a way to be able to share the nutritional info.
Rosa says
March 26, 2017 at 8:48 amOh my! This sounds absolutely delicious and a wonderful substitute for risotto (not that I mind making it)!! I’m pinning this to try at a later date. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 27, 2017 at 3:13 pmThanks so much, Rosa! Never hurts to have options for when you don’t have the time for risotto, right?! Enjoy
Carla Hamilton says
March 23, 2017 at 6:19 pmHi Suzy, this Carla Hamilton , I received my wonderful lamb shanks today and I cooked them and followed your recipe, DEE-licious!!! Thank you sooo much for having the contest on you site.
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 23, 2017 at 6:26 pmYay, Carla! So glad to hear it!!! Thank you for taking time to share.
Ali from Home & Plate says
March 20, 2017 at 12:43 pmWhat a great side dish for spring. I love mushrooms and peas. They are the perfect spring veggies and I have been trying new grains and farro is one of them. I love the nutty flavor and the addition of fresh veggies just makes this recipe a keeper. Looks wonderful.
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 20, 2017 at 12:51 pmRight on, Ali! So excited you stopped in. Thanks for checking this out.
Natalie says
March 20, 2017 at 12:21 pmOh I LOVEEEE farro. It’s so healthy and nutritious.. many people don’t even know about this grain and how healthy it is. We use it a lot here in Croatia… This mushroom peas farro looks absolutely delicious. Perfect easy wholesome family dinner. Can’t wait to try this!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 20, 2017 at 12:52 pmYes, farro is such a healthy and versatile grain. Glad you’re going to give this one a try!
Rae says
March 20, 2017 at 12:20 pmI absolutely adore most recipes with farro and this looks like it would be a huge hit at my dinner table. Love all the veggies in it. Thanks for the new dinner recipe!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 20, 2017 at 12:57 pmAwesome, Rae! Hope you’ll give this a try!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
March 20, 2017 at 12:19 pmThis is a wonderful dish! I’m a farro fanatic, so I look forward to trying this! Plus, ONE SKILLET! Nice!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 20, 2017 at 12:53 pmThanks, Patricia! I’m all for one-skillet meals!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
March 20, 2017 at 12:11 pmI’m a huge fan of farro and find it to be super hearty and filling. Love all the flavors going on in here. This would be the perfect lunch!
Suzy Karadsheh says
March 20, 2017 at 12:53 pmMe too! Thanks so much, Karen!