The Perfect Autumn Grain Bowl with Farro, Roasted Squash, Kale, and Cranberries
A delightful Autumn Grain Bowl featuring farro, roasted squash, kale, and dried cranberries, perfect for the fall season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 1 bunch kale
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the farro by rinsing it under cold water. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil and add the farro with a pinch of salt. Let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Roast the butternut squash by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C), chopping the squash into cubes, tossing with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roasting for 25-30 minutes.
- Prepare the kale by stripping the stems and chopping the leaves. Massage the kale with olive oil and salt for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked farro with the kale and add the roasted squash and cranberries.
- Assemble the bowls and drizzle with olive oil, garnishing with extra cranberries if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with protein like chickpeas or chicken, and adjust seasonings to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: autumn grain bowl, farro, roasted squash, healthy recipe, fall recipe