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Fan of True Food Kitchen? Looking for True Food Kitchen Copycat recipes? Then meet your new favorite salad! This yummy Date, Almond, Farro Salad makes a satisfying meal or tasty side salad. Sweet, tart, and savory all at once, with loads of flavor in every bite. So good!

Date, Almond, Farro Salad – Make A True Food Kitchen Copycat RecipeAt Home

Back when we had an apartment in Denver, I used to eat at True Food Kitchen all the time. They make healthy food that tastes terrific.

So, when we took a winter trip to Scottsdale earlier this month, I was excited to learn there was a True Food Kitchen near our hotel. We ate there twice, and I had the Date, Almond, and Farro Salad on both occasions.

With a wonderful combination of sweet and chewy dates, crunchy almonds, tart apples, and savory Manchego cheese, this may be one of my all-time favorite salad (And I have a lot of salad recipes I’ve shared over the years!). I enjoyed every delicious bite during our two visits but felt a little sad when my plate was empty.

You see, there aren’t any True Food Kitchen Restaurants in my state. When I looked up locations online, I realized I’d have to travel more than 800 miles to get to the nearest restaurant.

That’s when decided to take matters into my own hands and create my own True Food Kitchen copycat recipe for their Date, Almond, and Farro Salad.

My copycat version of the True Food Kitchen favorite is as close to the original as I could get in my own kitchen. And I’ve got to say, it’s good. Really good!

What Do You Need To Make Date, Almond, And Farro Salad?

Lettuce – My preference is for crisp, fresh romaine. It’s sturdy with a nice crunch and doesn’t wilt when you add dressing. You could also use red or green leaf lettuce in a pinch. If you’ve got some fresh herbs or arugula, add a few handfuls for extra flavor.
Medjool Dates – While you could substitute another variety of pitted dates in this recipe, Medjool dates are highly preferred and worth seeking out. They’re larger and sweeter than other types and have a soft, chewy texture.
Marcona Almonds – This Spanish variety of almond is pricier than standard almonds but worth it. Marcona are skinless and have a softer but still firm texture. They’re sweeter than other almonds and have a wonderful buttery flavor.
Apple – I like Fuji apples for this salad but feel free to sub your favorite variety of sweet and tart apples.
Manchego Cheese – This is firm textured, Spanish sheep’s milk cheese that is aged at least 60 days. The flavor is strong in a good way, which is why I recommend dicing it very small. It’s lovely to taste a little bit in every bite. If you can’t find it at the store, sub Pecorino Romano cheese.

Farro- Farro is a wonderful, chewy, and somewhat nutty-tasting type of whole-grain wheat. It’s high in protein and fiber. You should be able to find it in most grocery stores. If not, you could substitute barley.
Champagne Vinaigrette – my vinaigrette calls for olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and champagne vinegar. You can sub apple cider vinegar if you’d like

What To Serve With Date, Almond, And Farro Salad

With so many tasty, healthy, satisfying ingredients, Date, Almond, and Farro Salad really is a meal in itself.

A nice piece of crusty bread with butter on the side might be nice, but it’s not absolutely necessary. The entrée sized portions are very generous, so bread or no bread, you’ll leave the table satisfied.

If you want to serve it as a side dish, a mound salad and a cup of soup would make a perfect lunch or light dinner. It’s also a great accompaniment with just about any kind of grilled or broiled meat, poultry, fish, or your favorite pasta.

Bring the taste of True Food Kitchen into your kitchen. Make a Date, Almond, and Farro Salad this week!