An easy way to make sure to eat your vegetables? Douse brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and mushrooms in this zesty parsley-lemon juice dressing.
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- Yields:
- 4
- Prep Time:
- 15 mins
- Total Time:
- 40 mins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. semi-pearled farro
- 2 c. butternut squash, cubed
- 2 c. baby bello mushrooms, quartered
- 2 c. Brussels sprouts, quartered or halved
- 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- juice of 1 1/2 lemons
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp. tahini
- 1/4 c. fresh parsley leaves
Directions
- Step 1Preheat oven to 425° and cover two baking sheets with aluminum foil.
- Step 2Place farro in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Let soak 15 minutes, then drain, return to pan, and cover again with water. Bring to a boil and let simmer 15 minutes. Drain and spread out on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to let cool.
- Step 3Arrange vegetables on prepared baking sheets and drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Roast until golden and tender, 18 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Step 4Make dressing: Meanwhile, in a mini food processor or blender, combine lemon juice, garlic, tahini, parsley, and remaining olive oil. Add 3 tablespoons water to achieve thinner consistency and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5In a large bowl, toss together farro and roasted vegetables. Divide into serving bowls and drizzle with dressing.
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