Roasted Carrot and Farro Salad Recipe
Roasted carrots in this dish are the Beyoncé of vegetables—caramelized, golden, and totally stealing the spotlight. Farro adds that earthy, chewy energy that screams I’ve done yoga once and now I meal prep. Add in herbs, a citrusy vinaigrette, and toasted nuts? It’s a salad, yes—but one that brings actual joy and a strong jawline. This bowl does more heavy lifting than your ex at the gym. Bonus: it looks like it came from a trendy café but costs less than a green juice. And no rabbits were harmed in the making.
Roasted Carrot and Farro Salad Recipe
This hearty vegan salad features roasted carrots, nutty farro, fresh herbs, and a zippy dressing. It’s filling, flavorful, and refreshingly smug-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup farro uncooked
- 4 large carrots peeled and sliced diagonally
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup chopped mint
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds or walnuts
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Channel your inner domestic goddess.
- Toss sliced carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, cumin, paprika, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Roast them on a baking sheet for 25–30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While those diva carrots roast, cook farro in salted water for 20 minutes or until chewy but not mushy. Drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, vinegar, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine roasted carrots, farro, chopped herbs, nuts, and dressing in a large bowl. Toss gently.
- Taste. Cry a little. It’s that good.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 220%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Folate: 20%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add pomegranate seeds if you want it to sparkle like your weekend plans.
- Sub barley for farro if that’s what’s lurking in your pantry.
- A touch of chili flakes never hurt anyone—unless you measure with your heart.
- Great warm or cold, so yes, it doubles as “I brought lunch” energy.
- Pair with hummus and pita if you’re really feeling that goddess-in-a-bowl aesthetic.
