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Farro Caprese and Prosciutto Salad

by Jessie Daye

First published: May 28, 2020 | Updated: June 22, 2026

The first time I had farro was in NY, a little over six years ago. I didn’t even know it existed before then. I was I NYC and I had a fried farro arugula salad and it was pretty much the best thing I had ever tasted. If you have never tried farro, it’s a delicious and nutritious grain. It’s an excellent source of protein, fiber and nutrients like magnesium, zinc and some B vitamins. It’s also a much healthier alternative to other refined grains. You can boil it just like pasta and add it to a salad or soup or eat it plain. This time I added mozzarella, tomatoes, prosciutto, and fresh herbs.

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Farro Caprese and Prosciutto Salad

Author: Jessie Daye
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry farro
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Zest and juice of 1 or 2 lemons
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 tspkosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves chopped
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
  • ½ cup baby arugula
  • 2-3 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups fresh bocconcini (small mozzarella balls) or torn mozzarella
  • 4 ounces prosciutto

Method

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the farro according to package directions, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, thyme, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and ground pepper.
  3. Add the cooled farro and half of the basil. Toss to coat with dressing.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, arugula, remaining basil, and toss again.
  5. Tear your prosciutto and place around the salad. Sprinkle with more thyme, salt, pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately.

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Hi, I'm Jessie. 

I’m a Los Angeles mama, home renovator, and lifelong creative, sharing the things that make everyday life a little more beautiful. I believe food is one of the best ways to bring people together, which is why I love cooking: it turns an ordinary Tuesday into something worth remembering. From recipes I make on repeat to DIY projects, home design, and a little bit of real life in between — welcome to my corner of the internet. I’m so glad you’re here.

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