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October 15, 2020 By Nicky 9 Comments

Easy Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad

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This Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad is perfect for a holiday side dish or main entree salad. Enjoy it for your next meal!

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad

Earthy farro adds a subtle crunch to roasted butternut squash flavored with a herbed balsamic vinaigrette. The end result is a dish you will want to make again and again.

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad
What is Farro?

Farro is a deliciously nutty whole grain that dates back to Ancient Egypt. Italians have been using this grain for centuries. I have enjoyed farro before , but this Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad is the first time I’ve cooked with it. It was so easy to cook with and helps to create an amazingly delicious side dish or salad. This recipe uses pearled farro which has much of the fiber removed for easier cooking. You can use other types of farro, but your cook times with be longer.

farro grains
farro grains

The first time I had this whole-grain was at an Italian restaurant. It was served alongside roasted vegetables, cured meats, and cheeses. Roasting vegetables are a delicious and healthy way to prepare veggies and the flavor goes well this grain.

The butternut squash to be tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette before roasting. It imparts a delicious flavor that is incredible. You are really going to like it. This side dish is served hot.

Roasted Butternut Squash & Farro

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad | Little Family Adventure

Enjoy this dish as a side dish or as a main entree. It’s vegan, dairy free, and ohhh so delicious!

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad | Little Family Adventure
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Yield: 8

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad

Roasted Butternut Squash and Farro Salad | Little Family Adventure

Serves 6 - 8 as a side side or 3-4 as a main dish.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups farro, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 medium sized butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 large sweet onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375.
  2. Combine the farro, 1 teaspoon salt, and water in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring often. Grains will be done when they are chewy but not hard. Remove from heat, drain any excess water, and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, dried herbs, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Add the cubed squash and onion. Toss well. Spread out onto a baking sheet and place in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes, tossing the squash every 5-7 minutes to ensure even browning. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl gently toss cooked farro, cooked squash, almonds, and sesame oil together. Taste salad and add salt if necessary. Transfer salad to a large serving bowl and enjoy warm or chilled.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 250Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 410mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 6gSugar: 5gProtein: 7g
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Comments

  1. blankKaterina says

    February 20, 2015 at 1:41 am

    Roasting the squash definitely adds to its flavor. beautiful combination of ingredients in this salad Nicky!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 22, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      Thanks so much Katerina

      Reply
  2. blankJoanne/WineLady Cooks says

    February 20, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    Your Roasted Butternut Squash Farro Salad sounds delicious. I have made farro in a risotto style and I add it to some of my soups.

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 22, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      I have yet to make risotto. Farro is a wonderful grain in soups.

      Reply
  3. blankDiane says

    February 21, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    I’ve never tried Faro. This recipe looks very interesting. I love butternut squash. What a unique way to cook it. Thanks!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 22, 2015 at 9:18 pm

      I found it similar to bulgur wheat. It’s definitely worth a try.

      Reply
  4. blankHelen @ Scrummy Lane says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:03 pm

    Hello Nicky! This looks so wonderful – there are so many beautiful flavours in there! I’ve actually never cooked with farro so if I can find some I’d be really keen to try this!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 24, 2015 at 10:00 am

      I find farro in the same section as rice and quinoa. It’s definitely worth a try.

      Reply
  5. blanklucky patcher says

    January 24, 2017 at 2:15 am

    We will follow your post.
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    Reply

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