Farro Mustard Greens Salad (Printable Version)

Nutty farro and mustard greens paired with sweet maple-roasted acorn squash create a vibrant, satisfying salad.

# Ingredient List:

→ Roasted Squash

01 - 1 medium acorn squash, seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Farro

07 - 1 cup uncooked farro
08 - 3 cups water
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Salad Base

10 - 4 cups mustard greens, stemmed and torn into bite-size pieces
11 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/3 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
13 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries or cherries
14 - 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese or feta

→ Mustard Vinaigrette

15 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
17 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
19 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
20 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss acorn squash slices with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
02 - Roast squash for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender. Set aside to cool slightly.
03 - Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add farro, reduce heat to simmer, and cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until tender yet chewy. Drain and let cool slightly.
04 - Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar.
05 - Combine cooked farro, mustard greens, red onion, pecans, and dried cranberries in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat evenly.
06 - Arrange maple-roasted squash slices over the salad and top with crumbled goat cheese. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Bright flavors and hearty texture make it deeply satisfying
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs like nut-free or dairy-free
02 -
  • Substitute arugula or baby spinach for mustard greens if needed
  • Pecans and goat cheese can be omitted or swapped to suit allergies
03 -
  • For meal prep, keep dressing separate until ready to serve
  • Try adding roasted chickpeas for extra protein and crunch
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