Description

A hearty winter bowl featuring chewy farro, caramelized root vegetables, leafy greens, and tangy dressing for a cozy and nutritious meal. This vegetarian recipe is perfect for meal prep and warms you on chilly days.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup uncooked farro, rinsed and drained

2.5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water

1 medium sweet potato, diced

1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved

1 large carrot, sliced into rounds

1 cup cauliflower florets

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

salt and black pepper to taste

2 cups baby kale or spinach leaves

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or dairy-free alternative

2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Cook the farro: combine farro and broth in a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes until tender, drain any excess liquid.

2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, carrot, and cauliflower with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast 25–30 minutes, stirring once.

3. Make the dressing: whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until blended.

4. Assemble the bowls: divide cooked farro among four bowls, top with roasted vegetables and greens, drizzle dressing evenly.

5. Finish with toppings: sprinkle each bowl with feta and pumpkin seeds before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: main course
Method: roasting
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 300
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 60
Fiber: 10
Protein: 12
Cholesterol: 5

Keywords: winter grain bowl, farro bowl, roasted vegetables, healthy winter recipe, meal prep, vegetarian bowl, cozy meals