Farro Pasta Bowl Mediterranean Vegetables (Printable)

Wholesome farro pasta with colorful Mediterranean vegetables and zesty olive oil dressing. Ideal for lunch or dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains and Pasta

01 - 8.8 oz farro pasta

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
05 - 5 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 3.5 oz baby spinach
07 - 1 small red onion, finely sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dressing

09 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - 2 oz crumbled feta cheese
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

# Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook farro pasta according to package directions until al dente, approximately 20-25 minutes. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced red onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Add diced zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until vegetables are tender yet retain their vibrant color.
04 - Stir baby spinach into the vegetable mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Remove skillet from heat.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
06 - In a large bowl, combine cooked farro pasta, sautéed vegetables, and dressing. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
07 - Divide mixture among serving bowls. Top with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and toasted pine nuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Chef’s Tips:

01 -
  • The nutty chew of farro keeps you satisfied without that heavy pasta feeling.
  • It tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep without any fussing.
  • You can serve it warm, room temperature, or chilled—whatever suits your mood and the weather.
02 -
  • Don't skip the sea salt in your pasta water—it's not optional and makes an unmistakable difference in the final flavor of every grain.
  • Vegetables will continue cooking slightly from the warmth of everything else, so pulling them from heat just before they're fully tender prevents a mushy mess.
03 -
  • Toast your own pine nuts in a dry skillet for two minutes if you can—they'll taste fresher and more vibrant than store-bought, and you'll control the browning.
  • Make the dressing in the bowl you'll serve from to save dishes and ensure every vegetable gets properly coated as you toss everything together.
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