Farro With Roasted Vegetables (Printable Version)

Chewy whole grain farro meets caramelized seasonal vegetables in this hearty Mediterranean dish

# Components:

→ 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)

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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. 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 a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 to 30 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain any excess liquid.
05 - In a large bowl, combine cooked farro, roasted vegetables, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Toss gently to combine evenly.
06 - Stir in fresh parsley and top with crumbled feta cheese if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chewy nutty farro perfectly balances the sweet roasted vegetables creating a satisfying texture combination that keeps everyone coming back for seconds
  • This dish travels beautifully and actually tastes better the next day making it ideal for meal prep or picnic lunches
02 -
  • Do not skip stirring the vegetables halfway through roasting or the ones on the bottom will burn while the top stays undercooked
  • The farro should still have a slight chew to it when you drain it, because it will continue cooking slightly as it mixes with the hot vegetables
03 -
  • Invest in good quality balsamic vinegar because the cheaper stuff can taste harsh and acidic
  • If you can find pearled farro, it cooks in about 15 minutes instead of 25 which is great for weeknight dinners
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