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Roasted Carrots and Farro with Citrus, Ginger and Dill

Roasted Carrots and Farro with Citrus, Ginger, and Dill Delight

A comforting and vibrant Vegan Roasted Carrots and Farro Salad with a zesty citrus ginger dressing, perfect for any chilly evening.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Carrots, sliced Main vegetable; can substitute with parsnips.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting; can use any oil.
  • 1 medium Shallot, chopped Mild onion flavor; substitute with red onion if desired.
  • 1 cup Farro Hearty grain; can substitute with quinoa.
  • 3 cups Broth Use vegetable broth for vegan.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated Can substitute with ground ginger.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill, chopped Can substitute with parsley.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • saucepan
  • Blender

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and line a large baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the sliced carrots in a single layer on the pan, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  3. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a saucepan over low heat, sauté the chopped shallots with a pinch of salt until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the farro to the sautéed shallots and toast for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, covering for about 30 minutes until the farro is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. In a blender, combine olive oil, fresh ginger, lemon juice, orange juice, and maple syrup; blend until smooth, then stir in dill while pulsing.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted carrots, cooked farro, and dressing; toss gently. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional toppings include extra dill or toasted seeds for added crunch.

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