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The Only Farro Salad You Will Ever Need

September 23, 2016 By jaclyn

Yum

farro salad

Being a holistic foodie, I have had my fair share of salads, both at restaurants and at home and I can honestly say that if I were to only ever have one salad for the rest of my life, it would be this farro salad! The dressing is kept super simple, but the addition of fresh herbs is what really makes this dish stand out. I really cannot take all the credit though, I was majorly inspired from a trip out to New York City where I first tasted this incredible farro salad. 

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Salad, Side Tagged With: ancient grains, dinner, healthy, lunch, recipe, refined sugar free, review, salad, travel, vacation, vegetarian, wheat

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Hi! I’m Jaclyn, a Holistic Nutritionist and foodie. Over the past few years, I have developed a deep appreciation and understanding of food, wellness and self-love. I know that no matter how much kale you eat, if you have a negative relationship with food and your body you won’t truly feel well. If you like kale and cocktails, then you are in the right place. Read More…

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Help! I can’t stop making these baked oats 😍. Help! I can’t stop making these baked oats 😍. But actually don’t help at all, because I like eating cake for breakfast. Yup, these blended and baked oats really do taste like cake for breakfast and I am HERE. FOR. IT! I’ve got two new flavour combinations to mix up your new favourite breakfast recipe- caramelized banana bread and cinnamon roll baked oats 🤤🤤. These are short on ingredients and time, but so big on taste. Here’s what you’ll need to make them:

- rolled oats
- milk
- egg
- maple syrup
- banana
- baking powder
- vanilla extract
- additional options: peanut butter, chocolate chips or vanilla protein powder

All the options and substitutions for making both of these are now up on my blog!

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/blended-baked-oats/
True story: you can’t go wrong with a dish made True story: you can’t go wrong with a dish made up of noodles or a spicy peanut sauce. And this dish has both 💯👌🏻😋 #sendnoods. I thoroughly enjoyed slurping up these soba noodles tossed in a creamy, sriracha-garlicky peanut sauce with crunchy celery and Napa cabbage. Oh yeah, this dish takes only 20 minutes to make too 🙌.
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You can find the full recipe now up on my blog!
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/soba-noodles-with-peanut-sauce/
Happy #nationalgrilledcheeseday with this brie, ar Happy #nationalgrilledcheeseday with this brie, arugula & prosciutto grilled cheese! This is for when you want something a little more than a classic grilled cheese, save the recipe for later 🔥🧀🍞. Brie melts like no other and that makes it ideal for a grilled cheese. Add to that some sweet fig jam, peppery arugula and crispy prosciutto and it hits all the flavour notes 😋.
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Here’s what you’ll need
- Mayo
- Bread of your choice (I like sourdough)
- Fig jam
- Slices of brie cheese (about 2 oz per serving)
- Handful arugula 
- Thinly sliced prosciutto
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How to make:
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
- Brush both outside pieces of bread with mayo (or use butter).
- Spread the fig jam on the inside, then add the brie, prosciutto and arugula on top.
- Close the sandwich and cook for about four minutes per side, until nice and golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Enjoy!
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Are you enjoying national grilled cheese day? And if so, share what you’re cooking up below 👇👇
NO BAKE CHEESECAKE JARS: do I even need to ask who NO BAKE CHEESECAKE JARS: do I even need to ask who likes no bake desserts?! These *NEW* 20 minute cherry cheesecake jars are SOOOO easy to make, perfect for a single serve style dessert and they’re great for taking along with you outside or wherever you go 🍒. Made with protein packed Greek yogurt and cream cheese, it really does taste similar to traditional no bake cheesecakes, but without the heavy cream. Naturally gluten free, with an easy swap for anyone needing a dairy free/vegan option too.
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/healthy-no-bake-cheesecake-in-a-jar-gluten-free/
Mid week reminder: don’t put on a clean shirt wh Mid week reminder: don’t put on a clean shirt when you’re in the kitchen 🙈. Because if you’re like me (or 95% of people - totally accurate number btw) you will spill something on it. And life is too short to have to stop and do a load of laundry when you’re baking banana bread 🍌. But like a true professional, I just kept on going 😅.
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What four letter word immediately came out of my mouth after noticing I dirtied my shirt 🤬🤣😬 #aintnobodygottimeforthat 📸 @juniper.island @merrysomers
CREAMY CARROT PASTA SAUCE: ahhh this sauce you guy CREAMY CARROT PASTA SAUCE: ahhh this sauce you guys 🤯. Who knew carrots could be roasted and then blended into an absolute FIRE 🔥 dairy-free sauce?! Well they can! And I highly suggest trying this out soon 😍🥕. Topped with a carrot top + parsley + pine nut gremolata, you really will find a whole new appreciation for carrots. Adding some Aleppo pepper flakes into the gremolata will bring some heat and round out the natural sweetness of the carrots.
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/creamy-carrot-pasta-sauce/
NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER PIE: I don’t call myself a NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER PIE: I don’t call myself a baker and pies aren’t really my thing, buttttt this no bake pie is so easy to make, anyone can make it (including myself)👌🏻. All it takes is some patience as you wait to eat it after it’s sets overnight. Honestly that may be the hardest part- waiting 🙄. It’s got layers of peanut butter, a coconut whip plus chocolate sooooo I’ve hit all the major food groups 😬.
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/vegan-peanut-butter-pie-no-bake/
AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP: are you ready for the ea AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP: are you ready for the easiest and crispiest coconut shrimp 🍤?! My air fryer has been a game changer over here and this is one of the reasons why 😍. These coconut shrimps are made with only five ingredients and it takes only 30 minutes to make (both batches!) Perfect as an appetizer or for entertaining (haha jk what is that even? 🤣🙃). Here’s what you’ll need to make this:
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Ingredients:
- large shrimp
- all purpose flour (GF if needed)
- eggs
- panko (GF if needed)
- shredded unsweetened coconut
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You can find the full recipe and how to now up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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https://holisticfoodie.com/air-fryer-coconut-shrimp/
Making Dwight Schrute proud with this raw, shredde Making Dwight Schrute proud with this raw, shredded beet salad ❤️. I happily ate this salad for three days straight after I made it and I’d do it again. Salads don’t always get the love they deserve and I’d like to change that. This one is packed with raw, shredded beets, carrots, watermelon radish and pear 🍐. Then topped with a crunchy, spiced almond topper, lentils and a lemony dressing 🍋. It holds up sooo well in the fridge, making it perfect to pack ahead of time and enjoy outside. Here’s what you’ll need to make this:
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Ingredients:
- beets
- carrots
- pear
- watermelon radish/regular radish
- almonds
- evoo
- spices: cumin, fennel and chili flakes
- French lentils
- fresh mint/parsley
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You can find the full recipe now up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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https://holisticfoodie.com/raw-beet-salad-with-carrots/
What’s your go-to easy weeknight meal? Mine is d What’s your go-to easy weeknight meal? Mine is definitely pasta and I think Mondays are made for one pot meals! And this one pot vegan penne alla vodka is so good. You only need one pot, nine ingredients and 40 minutes! Swipe to see the finished result 👉🤤. Here’s what you’ll need to make this:
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Ingredients:
- raw cashews
- EVOO
- 1 yellow onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- tomato paste
- vodka
- pasta
- basil
- chili flakes
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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https://holisticfoodie.com/easy-vegan-vodka-sauce/
SUNDAY BAKING PLANS: these easy no-bake cookie dou SUNDAY BAKING PLANS: these easy no-bake cookie dough balls are perfect for meal prepping on a Sunday 👌🏻. This is the EASIEST no bake edible cookie dough recipe there is. With just eight ingredients (including salt), you can easily whip these up and enjoy a bite whenever you want, no actual baking required. Here’s what you’ll need to make them:
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Ingredients:
- Oat flour
- Peanut butter
- Maple syrup
- Coconut oil
- Vanilla extract
- Nutmeg/cinnamon
- Chocolate chips
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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https://holisticfoodie.com/healthy-cookie-dough-bites/
BRUNCH VIBES: heading into the weekend and thinkin BRUNCH VIBES: heading into the weekend and thinking about this apple stuffed French toast with date-caramel drizzle 😋. Biting into this is seriously a dream when you’re craving a sweeter breakfast. I’m usually a savoury breakfast person but every now and then I like something sweet. And I love that this one isn’t overly sweet thanks to the naturally sweetened apples and a wicked date caramel sauce. And only the thickest of brioche slices will do here 😍. Here’s what you’ll need to make this for brunch:
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Ingredients:
- 2 apples (I love @thecosmiccrisp)
- Coconut sugar
- Cinnamon
- Coconut oil
- Pecans (optional but a great topping)
- Brioche
- Eggs
- Oat milk/other milk
- Vanilla extract
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You can find the full recipe up on my blog! Just head to the link in my bio and then tap on this photo. So are you a sweet or savoury breakfast person?
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https://holisticfoodie.com/stuffed-apple-cinnamon-french-toast-with-caramel/
Quick dinner idea! Seared scallops + brown butter Quick dinner idea! Seared scallops + brown butter + crispy pancetta + crispy capers 🤤. I know, I know, scallops are kinda fancy and intimidating but they’re actually fairly easy to cook. Some tips for preparing scallops, pat them dry VERY well with paper towel. Heat a cast iron pan over medium-high heat and add some oil (evoo works the best). Once the skillet is hot, sear those scallops for about 2 minutes (depending on size) and then flip and sear the other side. When they’re almost done cooking, add some butter or ghee to the skillet right at the end and spoon it all over the scallops👌🏻. By doing this, you’ll get a nice browned crust which is exactly what you want in a scallop.
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Last tip - if you can get scallops from Costco (in the freezer section) that will be the best price (that I’ve found) and they taste 💯. The full recipe for these will be over on @rily.good so be sure to check them out over there!
BANANA BREAD BLENDED BAKED OATS: okay viral baked BANANA BREAD BLENDED BAKED OATS: okay viral baked oats, I see you & I’m HERE. FOR. ITTTT. This is like having cake for breakfast (or in this case, caramelized banana bread cake!!!). Plus it’s soooo simple to make. The recipe is below so hit save to make this later 😍.
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup @bobsredmill rolled oats
- 1/4 cup oat milk/almond milk
- 1 egg (optional, can use a flax egg, or a splash more milk)
- 1/2 banana
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp peanut butter (optional but delicious, you can use another type of nut butter instead)
- 1/2 tsp @simplyorganicfoods vanilla
- Pinch salt
- Pinch @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon
- @enjoylifefoods chocolate chips (for topping)
For caramelized banana topping:
- 1/2 tbsp @nutiva coconut oil
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 tbsp @wholesomesweet coconut sugar/brown sugar
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Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Add all ingredients from the oats to the cinnamon in a blender & blend very well until smooth.
Pour into a greased small baking dish or ramekin (any small oven safe dish will work). Top with chocolate chips.
Bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Meanwhile heat a small skillet over medium heat & add the coconut oil & then add the banana and sugar. Cook for about 5 minutes, flipping halfway through until caramelized & soft. Remove from heat.
Top your baked oats with the caramelized banana & dig in!
MINI EGG COOKIE BARS: wondering what to do with al MINI EGG COOKIE BARS: wondering what to do with all the mini eggs around?! I mean, besides eating them as is, why not make them into these perfect cookie bars 😍. The texture on these is NO JOKE! Soft and chewy on the inside with a perfect golden crust on the outside, they’re everything you want in a cookie without the annoyance of making cookies from scratch. Yup! No chilling of the dough, no scooping or rolling or worrying if the cookies will spread too much. And with under ten ingredients, and less than 30 minutes, you can have these whipped up.
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Here’s what you’ll need
- gluten-free all purpose flour (I use @bobsredmill 1-1 flour) or use regular all purpose flour
- White sugar/brown sugar
- Butter (or vegan butter)
- Egg (or flax egg)
- Vanilla
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Mini eggs
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The full recipe is now up on my site, so just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo. And let me know your fav spring desserts below 👇👇.
—> https://holisticfoodie.com/mini-egg-cookie-bars/
SALTED CHOCOLATE TAHINI SMOOTHIE: this smoothie ha SALTED CHOCOLATE TAHINI SMOOTHIE: this smoothie has been on repeat lately and I don’t see it stopping anytime soon 😍🍫. Save this for later!! I love the hidden veggies in it that you won’t even know are in there. My two secret smoothie ingredients are frozen romaine lettuce and frozen peeled zucchini. Both add a boost of of veggies without altering the taste or colour too much. I highly suggest freezing some away next time you have them and using them in this smoothie!
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Here’s what you’ll need
- 3/4 cup almond milk/oat milk or other type of milk
- 3-4 frozen romaine lettuce
- 1/2 - 3/4 cup frozen peeled zucchini chunks
- 1/2 frozen banana
- scoop of chocolate protein powder (I love @botanicahealth)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 1/2 tbsp tahini (I love using @parallel_brothers chocolate tahini!)
- small pinch of kosher salt
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How to make:
- add all ingredients into your @vitamix blender and blend on high until smooth. Add more liquid as needed to your desired consistency, I like my smoothies very thickkk.
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What’s your secret ingredient for smoothies?? 🤔🤫
BRIE, ARUGULA & PROSCIUTTO GRILLED CHEESE: when yo BRIE, ARUGULA & PROSCIUTTO GRILLED CHEESE: when you want more than a classic grilled cheese, make this! And save the recipe for later 🔥🧀🍞. Brie melts like no other and makes for a mean grilled cheese. Add to that some sweet fig jam, peppery arugula and crispy prosciutto and it hits all the flavour notes.
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Here’s what you’ll need
- Mayo
- Bread of your choice (I like sourdough)
- Fig jam
- Slices of brie cheese (about 2 oz per serving)
- Handful arugula 
- Thinly sliced prosciutto
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How to make:
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
- Brush both outside pieces of bread with mayo (or use butter).
- Spread the fig jam on the inside, then add the brie, prosciutto and arugula on top.
- Close the sandwich and cook for about four minutes per side, until nice and golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Enjoy!
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The trick is to cook this grilled cheese (or any grilled cheese) over medium low heat. This creates a nice crust without burning and allows time for the cheese to melt. Thanks @shaynegold87 for the tip and making this epic sandwich 🥪.
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What’s your fave cheese to use in a grilled cheese?
TAHINI CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE: two minute cake - yes p TAHINI CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE: two minute cake - yes please! This mug cake is loaded with squares of dark chocolate in the centre so when you bite into it, you get a nice surprise 🍫. Plus tahini, chocolate and salt is the best combo 👌🏻. Mug cakes are the easiest EVER single serve cake you can make. Highly suggest topping it with some ice cream if you have some on hand 🍦.
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Here’s what you’ll need to make this at home:
- tahini (I love @parallel_brothers)
- oat milk/any type of milk
- coconut sugar (or brown/white sugar)
- vanilla
- all purpose flour (I used @bobsredmill gluten free one-to-one)
- baking powder
- dark chocolate
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Full recipe and how to make this in under two minutes is up on the blog 😋

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/vegan-mug-cake-tahini/
LIFE UPDATE: I can confidently say that I truly ne LIFE UPDATE: I can confidently say that I truly never thought I’d be writing this post. This past week has been one of the toughest & most stressful in my professional career. Unfortunately, my book will no longer be coming out. To say that I’m disappointed is a HUGE understatement. And to come so far in the process & put in all the time, effort & work I did over the past 15 months seems as if it were all for nothing.
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I know that I tried everything in my power to make this work, however if I’m left feeling as though I’ve lost my voice and I’m unable to express any sort of opinion or thought it’s pretty difficult to feel supported. At the end of the day, if my name is attached to something, I take great pride in making it the very best & it has to feel as though it is reflection of me, my work and my brand. And when one side is unwilling to listen, compromise or even just acknowledge me in the process, I cannot & will not stay silent.
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To have come so far & to have envisioned so much for this book is what may just be the hardest pill to swallow. After having my manuscript approved, the cover design shot (by me) & re-shooting recipes because I wanted them to look their best, I know that I gave this my all. And I was proud to announce I had done this & I was excited by the thought that people all over would read my work & create my recipes.
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But I won’t be silenced, ignored or made to feel as though I’m not allowed to have an opinion about my work by anybody, ever, no matter what is at stake or how much power or leverage they have. And if that means walking away from a dream I’ve had for as long as I can remember, then so be it. I thank YOU all sooooo much for the support, pre-orders, words of encouragement & love along the way. Perhaps one day I will be a published author, but for now, that will have to remain a dream. xoxo 😘
WHY I WROTE DITCH THE DIET: When the idea was firs WHY I WROTE DITCH THE DIET: When the idea was first proposed to me to write this book back in September 2019, I thought it was a joke. But, after realizing this was in fact the real deal, I jumped at the chance. Writing has always been a favourite activity of mine. I’m much better at expressing myself through written word. And when we nailed down a rough outline of the book, I knew exactly why I had to write it. In fact, I had three big reasons for writing it. I’ll be sharing those with you over the next little bit.

First, I wrote it for my mom. My mom was a lifelong dieter, who tried every diet, counted her calores, weighed her food, chose low-fat over nourishing fats & was generally very dissatisfied with her appearance. She was like this for as long as I can remember. I had witnessed her try every diet & saw the look in her eyes when another one failed. I heard the comments she made about her body, the jokes she’d make at her own expense. I thought this was normal, it was what *all* women did.
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And at 54, she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. And you know what no longer served her - dieting. None of that mattered anymore. Because now, she was fighting just to stay alive, hoping to make it a few months to meet her first grandchild. Watching her in pain, no longer being able to eat anything & losing weight was the exact opposite of what she had struggled with for so long. And it broke my fucking heart 💔. So I wanted to write this book & hopefully help someone else from falling victim to diet culture & this endless pursuit of wellness via thinness. It’s not too late to change, to disengage from diet culture & learn to embrace you, just as you are.
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Life is short. I don’t want to see another person miss out on experiencing things because they don’t feel worthy or thin enough. Unfortunately, I can’t go back in time & show my mom just how worthy she was all along. So I do hope that I can show someone else.
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One of my fav recipes from my mom was her 🍌 bread. So of course I made my own version of it & it’s in my book 📖. Pre-order is available now on Amazon and Indigo. Link is in my bio ❤️. 📸 @merrysomers @juniper.island
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