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Hearty Farro Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Feta

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A satisfying and flavorful salad combining nutty farro, sweet caramelized roasted vegetables, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for quick meals, make-ahead lunches, or as a vibrant side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (190g) pearled farro
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (190g) of pearled farro under cold water.
  2. In a large pot, combine farro with 3 cups (720ml) of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes until tender but still chewy.
  3. Drain excess water and set farro aside to cool slightly.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  5. On a large baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced zucchini, and sliced red onion with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet.
  6. Roast vegetables for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized around the edges.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked farro and roasted vegetables.
  8. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and additional olive oil if desired. Toss gently to combine.
  9. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the salad. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently once more.
  10. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Notes

Cook farro a day ahead and refrigerate to save time. Keep an eye on vegetables while roasting to avoid burning. Toss salad gently to keep roasted veggies intact. Add feta just before serving if storing salad to maintain texture. Salad tastes better after resting for at least 30 minutes.

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Keywords: farro salad, roasted vegetables, feta cheese, healthy salad, easy salad recipe, vegetarian, Mediterranean salad

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