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Farro

Grains

An ancient wheat grain with a chewy texture and nutty, slightly sweet flavor. Used in salads, soups, risotto-style dishes, and grain bowls.

3 substitutes

Substitutes

1:1

Pearled barley has a very similar chewy texture and nutty flavor. Takes about 25-30 minutes to cook. Best substitute for farro in most dishes.

✅Best for: soups, salads, pilafs, grain bowls

⚠️Not for: gluten-free diets

1:1

Spelt is closely related to farro and has a nearly identical texture and flavor. One of the best 1:1 swaps available.

✅Best for: salads, soups, grain bowls, risotto-style dishes

⚠️Not for: gluten-free diets

1:1

Quinoa is gluten-free and cooks faster (15 min). Lighter and less chewy than farro, but works in salads and grain bowls.

✅Best for: salads, grain bowls

⚠️Not for: dishes where chewy texture is essential