Trout Farro Bowl with Mango Salsa

Name: Trout Farro Bowl with Mango Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cucumber, seeded and diced; ½ red onion, finely diced, or more to taste; 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped; ¼ cup (4 g) fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound (450 g) trout, filleted; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice, plus wedges for squeezing; Salt and pepper, to taste; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup (200 g) farro; 2 cups (480 ml) water or low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 cups (480 ml) water or low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 avocado, sliced

Preparation info

yield:
4
servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
45 min

Appears in

The Build Your Bowl Salad Cookbook

By Nina Cherie Franklin

Published 2025

About

This protein-packed bowl is a nutritional powerhouse and a real feast for the senses. The mild, tender trout, nutty farro, and refreshing mango salsa, complemented by creamy avocado, deliver a mouth-watering blend of quality fats, fiber, and vibrant flavors, leaving you feeling energized and satisfied.

Ingredients

For the Mango Salsa

1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cucumber, seeded and diced

Fish course
Pescatarian

Method

Make the Salsa

Combine the mango, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Add the lime juice and olive oil, then toss gently. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes to meld the flavors.

Prepare the Trout

Preheat th