Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowls

Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowls

Hearty, colorful grain bowls loaded with caramelized roasted vegetables over a base of fluffy farro or quinoa, drizzled with a bright lemon-tahini dressing. A satisfying, plant-based meal that's easy to meal-prep and endlessly customizable.

4 servings · Prep 20 min · Cook 35 min · Total 55 min

Mediterranean · Middle Eastern · Dinner · Main Course

Main

  • 1.5 cup farro rinsed
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 medium zucchini halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
  • 1 large red bell pepper seeded and chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium red onion cut into wedges
  • 2 cup broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained, patted dry
  • 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Tahini Dressing

  • 3 tbsp tahini well-stirred
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 clove garlic minced or grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp water more to thin
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot
  • Fork
  • Whisk
  • Jelly Roll (10x15)
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl (4 Quarts)
  • Dipping Fork
  • Chef's Knife

Instructions

  1. Combine the @[Farro] and @[Water] (or vegetable broth) in a medium #[Mixing Bowl]. Bring to a boil ^[over high heat], then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook ~[for 25–30 minutes], until the @[Farro] is tender but still has a pleasant chew. Drain any excess liquid, fluff with a fork, and season lightly with @[Salt].
  2. Preheat your #[Oven] to ![425°F]. Spread the @[Carrots], @[Zucchini], @[Red Bell Pepper], @[Red Onion], and @[Broccoli Florets] across a large #[Baking Sheet] in a single layer. Add the drained @[Chickpeas]. Drizzle with @[Olive Oil] and @[Balsamic Vinegar], then sprinkle with @[Salt] and @[Black Pepper]. Toss everything well to coat. Roast ~[for 25–30 minutes], flipping once halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
  3. While the vegetables roast, whisk together the @[Tahini], @[Lemon Juice], minced @[Garlic], and @[Olive Oil] in a small #[Mixing Bowl] until smooth. Add @[Water] one tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches a pourable, creamy consistency. Season with a pinch of @[Salt] and adjust @[Lemon Juice] to taste.
  4. Divide the cooked @[Farro] among four bowls. Top generously with the roasted vegetables and @[Chickpeas]. Drizzle each bowl with the lemon-tahini dressing. Garnish with fresh @[Flat-Leaf Parsley] and a sprinkle of @[Sesame Seeds] if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.