Hearty Winter Farro with spinach, tomatoes.

Hearty Winter Farro

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Hearty farro, combined with roasted butternut squash and crisp kale come together for a delicious winter dish. Serve on the side of your main course or add a protein to it as a stand alone dish!

Ingredients 

  • 1 Butternut Squash Peeled and cut in ½-inch cubes (about 3 ½ cups)
  • 1 Sweet Onion Chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Divided
  • 1 cup Farro Rinsed
  • 1 cup Kale Chopped, stems removed
  • 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Thyme
  • 1 Tbsp Parsley

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Small Saucepan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cubed squash, chopped onion, oil, salt, and black pepper and toss. Spread evenly on prepared pan. Bake until tender, about 30 minutes. Set aside.
  • In medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water and farro to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until farro is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Drain excess water.
  • Stir in roasted squash, roasted onions, chopped kale, sea salt, pepper, vinegar, thyme, and parsley.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Hearty Winter Farro
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
133
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Black Pepper, Butternut Squash, Kale, Onion, Parsley, Salt, Thyme, Vegetable Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar