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 with a side of fresh Mediterranean salad or Fattoush. Enjoy!
PrintOne-Pan Farro Recipe with Mushrooms and Peas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
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 .
More Recipes to Try:
One-Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice with Chorizo
Mediterranean Hashweh Rice with Spiced Meat, Nuts and Raisins
What can I use besides farro I can’t find it
Hi Angie, you can try it with pearl barley or couscous instead…follow the directions on the package as cooking time will vary. Enjoy!
Made 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.
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Wonderful, Margot! I’m happy you guys enjoyed it! We are looking into a way to be able to share the nutritional info.
Oh 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!
Thanks so much, Rosa! Never hurts to have options for when you don’t have the time for risotto, right?! Enjoy
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Yay, Carla! So glad to hear it!!! Thank you for taking time to share.
What 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.
Right on, Ali! So excited you stopped in. Thanks for checking this out.
Oh 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!
Yes, farro is such a healthy and versatile grain. Glad you’re going to give this one a try!
I 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!
Awesome, Rae! Hope you’ll give this a try!
This is a wonderful dish! I’m a farro fanatic, so I look forward to trying this! Plus, ONE SKILLET! Nice!
Thanks, Patricia! I’m all for one-skillet meals!
I’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!
Me too! Thanks so much, Karen!