Farro With Roasted Vegetables (Printable)

Wholesome Mediterranean grain bowl featuring tender farro and caramelized oven-roasted seasonal vegetables.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup uncooked farro
02 - 3 cups vegetable broth or water

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 zucchini, diced
05 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Dressing & Finish

13 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
15 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
16 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, carrot, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until caramelized and tender.
04 - Rinse farro under cold water. Combine farro and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain any excess liquid.
05 - In a large bowl, combine cooked farro with roasted vegetables, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Toss gently to incorporate.
06 - Stir in fresh parsley and top with crumbled feta cheese if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
  • Farro offers a delightful chewy texture that stands up perfectly to the tender vegetables.
  • It is highly versatile, fitting easily into vegetarian, vegan, or dairy-free diets.
02 -
  • Use vegetable broth instead of water for the farro to infuse the grains with extra depth of flavor.
  • Always double-check labels for any hidden allergens in store-bought broth or cheese.
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