Description

This hearty Winter Farro and Kale Salad is packed with nutty farro, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, pomegranate seeds, and pepitas, all tossed in a zesty garlic citrus dressing. Perfect for meal prep and satisfying vegan lunches.

Ingredients

1 cup dry farro
1 head of broccoli, cut into 1 inch florets
1 small red onion, roughly chopped
1/2 tbsp avocado oil (or any neutral high heat oil)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dry basil
1/2 tsp dry thyme
2–3 cups kale, destemmed and roughly chopped
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup pepitas
1 (15 oz) can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Citrus Dressing:
1 large clove garlic, crushed
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tsp maple syrup
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
1 tsp dry oregano

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Instructions

1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add farro and cook for 15-17 minutes until al dente. Drain and spread on a parchment-lined tray to cool.

2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place broccoli and onion on a lined tray with avocado oil, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, basil, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat and roast for 15 minutes.

3. While vegetables bake, prepare the dressing by mixing garlic, olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and zest, maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and oregano in a bowl or jar.

4. Add kale to a large bowl with 1-2 teaspoons of dressing. Massage the kale with your hands until softened and bright green.

5. Add roasted vegetables, pomegranate seeds, pepitas, chickpeas, and cooled farro to the kale. Drizzle with remaining dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss well.

6. Serve immediately or store for meal prep.

Notes

Feel free to use quinoa, wild rice, or millet to make this gluten-free. Add aromatics like herbs or onion to your farro while cooking for extra flavor. Swap fresh pomegranate with dried cranberries or simplify using pre-chopped vegetables and store-bought dressing. Adjust spices and seasoning to your taste.