Description
This Winter Farro Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Feta is a hearty and wholesome dish perfect for cold weather. Packed with roasted root vegetables, nutty farro, and tangy feta, it’s both comforting and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup farro
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups baby arugula or spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the butternut squash, carrots, and red onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt, pepper, cinnamon, cumin, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the vegetables for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- While vegetables roast, cook the farro according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and honey or maple syrup to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked farro, roasted vegetables, arugula or spinach, feta, parsley, and walnuts if using.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Can be made ahead and served cold or at room temperature.
- Swap farro with quinoa for a gluten-free option.
- Try goat cheese instead of feta for a different flavor profile.
- Great as a side dish or a main vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
