Farro with Roasted Cauliflower and Romesco Salad
Farro with roasted cauliflower and romesco salad is a delicious and healthy dish that you can enjoy for lunch or dinner. The nutty flavor of farro pairs perfectly with the roasted cauliflower, and the romesco sauce adds a tangy and slightly spicy kick to the dish. It's a great vegetarian option that's easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
6 people
Calories: 396kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked farro
- 1 cauliflower head
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked garbanzo beans
- 4 handfuls of greens (spinack, baby kale, lettuce, etc.)
Romesco
- 2 roasted red bell peppers can be from a jar
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar or red wine
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Boil 1½ cups of uncooked farro in four cups of water witha good pinch of salt. Check every 5-7 minutes, when ready, drain it and set it aside.
- Meanwhile, the farro is cooking, cut the cauliflower into pieces. Make sure they are in similar sizes so they can roast evenly. Put them in a pan prepared with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Add two tablespoons of olive oil, two pinches of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well so that all cauliflower is well coated.
- Put in the oven until golden, about 15 minutes.
- To make the romesco sauce, put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until everything is well integrated and smooth. Add one tablespoon of water if the blender is not running properly. Check for salt, pepper, and vinegar.
- To assemble the salad, put the cooked farro, chickpeas, green leaves cut into bite pieces, and roasted cauliflower in a salad bowl. Mix and serve with a spoonful of romesco sauce on top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 649mg | Potassium: 801mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1687IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 4mg