Description
Halloumi Farro Bowls With Maple Dijon Dressing bring together roasted delicata squash, chewy farro, juicy tomatoes, and golden seared halloumi — all tossed in a tangy-sweet maple Dijon dressing. A cozy, nourishing salad perfect for fall dinners, meal prep, or vegetarian gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 1 cup uncooked farro
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 delicata squash, cleaned and sliced into half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 block (8 oz) halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 cups arugula or baby spinach
For the Maple Dijon Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Farro: Rinse farro well. Combine with water or broth in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender and chewy. Drain and set aside.
- Roast the Vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange squash and tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season, and roast for 20–25 minutes until caramelized and blistered.
- Sear the Halloumi: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sear halloumi slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, and lemon juice together until smooth. Season to taste.
- Assemble: Toss farro, roasted vegetables, and greens with dressing. Divide into bowls and top with seared halloumi. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Don’t overcook farro — it should stay chewy for texture.
- For a vegan version, substitute halloumi with crispy tofu or roasted chickpeas.
- Swap delicata squash for sweet potatoes or butternut squash if preferred.
- Store salad and dressing separately for up to 4 days in airtight containers.
- Re-sear halloumi before serving leftovers to keep it crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Dish, Vegetarian
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Halloumi Farro Bowls, Maple Dijon Dressing, Warm Farro Salad, Autumn Salad, Vegetarian Dinner, Roasted Vegetable Salad, Grain Bowl Recipes, Lyndy’s Kitchen