Gialina's Kale & Farro Salad with Avocado

Directions

1. 1
   To make the dressing, place all of the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, or use an immersion blender to blend all the ingredients in a bowl.
2. 2
   To make the salad, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil.
3. 3
   Add the farro and cook until tender, 16 to 18 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain, rinse with cold water until cool, then drain well.
5. 5
   Remove the stems from the kale.
6. 6
   Cut away any tough ends, then finely slice the stems and tear the kale leaves into small bite-size pieces.
7. 7
   Place both the stems and leaves in a large salad bowl.
8. 8
   Add the avocados, carrots, and farro.
9. 9
   Add half of the dressing and toss to combine.
10. 10
    Add more dressing if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.