Warm Roasted Broccoli Farro (Print Version)

Caramelized broccoli with garlic-lemon dressing atop nutty farro offers a warm Mediterranean-inspired dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 17.6 oz)
02 - 1 medium red onion, cut into thin wedges

→ Grains

03 - 1 cup farro, rinsed (6.7 oz)
04 - 2 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth (20 fl oz)

→ Aromatics & Dressing

05 - 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
06 - 3 large garlic cloves, minced
07 - Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
08 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

→ Seasonings

10 - 1/2 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnishes

12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds (optional)
14 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (1.05 oz, optional, omit for vegan)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss broccoli florets and red onion wedges with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until broccoli is golden and edges are crisp.
04 - Combine rinsed farro and water or vegetable broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain any excess liquid.
05 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning. Remove from heat, then stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, and chili flakes if using.
06 - Fluff cooked farro with a fork and season with a pinch of salt. Spread evenly on a serving platter or individual plates.
07 - Arrange roasted broccoli and onions over the farro. Drizzle the garlic-lemon dressing over the vegetables.
08 - Sprinkle fresh parsley, toasted nuts, and crumbled feta cheese over the dish if using. Serve warm.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Hearty and wholesome
  • Mediterranean-inspired flavors
02 -
  • For vegan or nut-free options simply omit feta and pine nuts/almonds.
  • Using quinoa or brown rice instead of farro makes this dish gluten-free.
03 -
  • Toss vegetables well with oil for maximum caramelization.
  • Add roasted chickpeas for extra protein and crunch.
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