Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Farro Bowl (Printable)
Hearty grain bowl with roasted eggplant, farro, fresh veggies, and feta.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves
→ Grains
06 - 1 cup farro, uncooked
07 - 3 cups water or vegetable broth
→ Dairy
08 - 3 oz feta cheese, crumbled
→ Dressing
09 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
15 - 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Spread eggplant, red bell pepper, and red onion on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until vegetables are golden and tender.
03 - Rinse farro under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add farro, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain any excess liquid.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
05 - In a large serving bowl, combine cooked farro, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
06 - Top with crumbled feta, chopped parsley, and pine nuts if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It balances hearty grains with fresh, vibrant vegetables for perfect texture.
- The salty feta crumble adds a punch of flavor that ties everything together.
02 -
- Dont crowd the baking sheet or the eggplant will steam instead of roast.
- Let the farro cool slightly before tossing so the spinach does not wilt completely.
03 -
- Toast your pine nuts in a dry pan for just a few minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Massage the kale if you substitute it for spinach to soften the leaves.