Summer Farro (Emmer) Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb whole farro
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 red onion, roughly chopped
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 small cucumbers, chopped (I use seedless continental cukes, approx 1.5 cups)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons capers
20 black olives, sliced
crumbled feta, as a garnish (optional)

Preparation

Soak the farro in cold water for 30-60 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables.
Drain farro and place in a large pot with 2 quarts water. Bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
Drain the farro and rinse with cool water.
In a large bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, herbs, and vegetables. Toss to coat.
Gently stir in the farro until combined.
Chill at least one hour. Serve with crumbled feta on top if desired.