Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Farro with Spinach
Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Farro with Spinach is a quick and nutritious dish that brings together the nutty flavor of farro, fresh spinach, and the rich aroma of garlic and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve it as a hearty vegetarian main course or a delicious side dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and heat, then stir in minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add uncooked farro and vegetable broth; stir well to combine.
- Seal the Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully perform a quick release of pressure. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted (1-2 minutes).
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a main course or side dish, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating roasted cherry tomatoes or toasted pine nuts. Feel free to experiment with different greens like kale or arugula for variations.