Farro Salad with Tomatoes and Herbs

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 10 ounces farro (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 cup snipped fresh chives
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
• 1/2 sweet onion (recommended: Walla Walla) chopped
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 4 cups water
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil