For more hearty vegan salad recipes, be sure to check out my Lentil Salad, White Bean Salad, and Kale Caesar Salad recipes as well. This farro salad was inspired by a salad I used to get at a local health food store near me. It was so hearty and filling, I knew I had to recreate it one day. Nutty, chewy, and protein-packed farro is combined with hearty beans, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh vegetables before it’s all tossed in a spicy peanut sauce. Incredibly satisfying and easy to put together, it will quickly become one of your new staples for lunch.
Why you’ll love this farro salad
Not your average salad – Roasted sweet potatoes, adzuki beans, edamame, and shredded cabbage are dressed in peanut sauce to give every bite an Asian-inspired twist. Hearty and satisfying – As a fantastic source of protein and fiber, cooked farro makes this grain salad recipe super filling and satisfying. It’s perfect for healthy meal prep! The best peanut sauce – My best-ever 5 Minute Peanut Sauce gets a zesty makeover and extra heat for this farro grain bowl!
How to make a vegan farro salad
Find the complete recipe with measurements in the recipe card below. Cook the farro in a pot of boiling water until it’s tender but still chewy. Drain and set aside. Check what type of farro you’re using: The 3 types of farro—pearled, semi-pearled, and whole—each have different cooking times. Double-check the package instructions to determine how long yours needs to boil before getting started. I used pearled. Meanwhile, lay the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and toss them in oil and salt. Roast the sweet potatoes until fork tender. Whisk the spicy peanut sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Not a fan of spicy food? Feel free to omit the sriracha from the dressing if you’d like. Transfer the cooked farro, roasted sweet potatoes, and the remaining salad ingredients to a large bowl. Pour the spicy peanut sauce over top and toss until everything is well coated. Serve the salad right away or chill it in the refrigerator until it’s time to eat. Enjoy!
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