This Mediterranean-inspired recipe for Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad brings comfort to a weeknight meal. It is packed with bold flavors and healthy ingredients. Warmly spiced oven-roasted cauliflower florets get tossed with garlicky farro, Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and briny feta. Serve on a bed of leafy greens, then finish with an extra drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.
While your cauliflower roast, cook the farro over a low flame until tender but still retaining a chewy bite. You can use pearled farro or whole farro for this recipe. Please note that cooking times will vary depending on what type of farro you decide to use. Pearled farro takes about 15 minutes to cook, while whole farro takes about 40 minutes. Assemble the salad by tossing together the roasted cauliflower, farro, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and lemon juice in a salad bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. To serve, divide the greens and avocado between plates and top with the salad. Serve and enjoy!
To make the Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 425 °F.
Toss the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt, on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread the cauliflower in an even layer.
Roast the cauliflower for 25 to 35 minutes, tossing halfway, until tender and deeply golden on the edges.
To cook the farro: In a medium saucepan, cover 1 cup farro with 3 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the farro is tender to the bite but still chewy. Pearled farro takes about 15 minutes to cook, while whole farro takes about 40 minutes.
Drain any excess water from the cooked farro and stir in 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 minced cloves garlic, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, toss together the roasted cauliflower, cooked farro, ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, ½ cup crumbled feta, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Taste and season with more salt and black pepper if needed.
To serve, divide the avocado slices and greens between 4 large plates. Top each with roasted cauliflower and farro salad. Garnish with an extra squeeze of lemon juice or drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.
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Superb! My wife and I made this salad for our first dinner together after our son was born. It was a hit and so simple to prepare!
Delicious!
This Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad is exceptional! I made it for our dinner date and my wife loved it. The flavors blended perfectly, and it made our night so special.
I’m so thankful for this recipe! My kids loved it, and the flavors were just great. I made it for family dinner last week and everyone couldn’t get enough of the roasted cauliflower. It’s nice to find a healthy meal that pleases the whole family! Definitely a keeper!
Simplicity shines with this salad.
Yummm!! I whipped this up for a date night, and my date was wowed! The flavors pop, and even I felt fancy eating it. Totally a keeper for sure!
Super yummy! Kids loved it, we do it weekly.
Deliciosa! Hice esta ensalada para una cena familiar y todos la disfrutaron mucho. La combinación de sabores y la textura del farro son excepcionales, sobre todo con el toque de limón. Es fácil de preparar y saludable, perfecto para nuestros días ocupados con los niños.
I made this salad for a dinner with friends, and it was a hit! The flavors melded together so well, and the roasted cauliflower was the star. I even brought leftovers to work for lunch – it was just as delicious!
Dude, this Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad is a total game changer! I made it last week for fam night, and my kids were all like 'Yum!' The combo of flavors is on point. It's super healthy, too! Can’t wait to whip it up again. Major win for sure!
Delicious hearty salad! Thanks for haring the recipe.
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