Caribbean Pumpkin and Black Bean Farro Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

Name: Caribbean Pumpkin and Black Bean Farro Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: Farro; Pumpkin; Black beans; Sweet corn kernels; Red onion; Olive oil; Fresh lime juice; Honey; Dijon mustard; Salt; Black pepper; Fresh cilantro; Avocado; Lime wedges

A vibrant and nutritious salad combining roasted pumpkin, protein-packed black beans, and nutty farro in a zesty lime vinaigrette.

This Caribbean-inspired salad is a delicious and colorful combination perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. With its rich flavors and textures, it features roasted pumpkin, black beans, sweet corn, and a lime vinaigrette, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

1 h 10 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Salad

Farro

1 cup, rinsed

Pumpkin

1 1/2 cups, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Black beans

1 cup canned, drained and rinsed

Sweet corn kernels

1/2 cup, fresh or frozen

Red onion

1/2, finely chopped

For the Lime Vinaigrette

Olive oil

3 tablespoons

Fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons

Honey

1 teaspoon

Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon

Salt

To taste

Black pepper

To taste

For Garnish

Fresh cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped

Avocado

1, sliced

Lime wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Farro

Boil Water

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil.

Toast the farro briefly before boiling to enhance its nutty flavor.

Add Farro

Add the farro and a pinch of salt, then reduce to a simmer.

Cook and Cool

Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the grains are tender. Drain and let cool.

Be sure to cool the farro completely before mixing with the other ingredients to maintain salad texture.

Roasting the Pumpkin

Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Toss Pumpkin

Toss the pumpkin cubes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Roast Pumpkin

Spread the pumpkin on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

Cooking Process

Boiling the Farro

Rinse and boil as instructed, then cool completely before use.

Roasting the Pumpkin

Ensure even caramelization by spreading pieces out on a single layer.

Mixing the Vinaigrette

Whisk all vinaigrette ingredients together until well combined.

Plating & Serving