Ultimate Slow Roasted Tomato Farro Salad (Print Version)

Hearty farro meets sweet slow-roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, and tangy balsamic for a satisfying Mediterranean grain bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tomatoes

01 - 1.1 lbs cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
02 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
03 - 1 tsp sea salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano

→ Farro

06 - 1 cup farro, rinsed
07 - 4 cups water or vegetable broth
08 - 1 tsp salt

→ Vegetables & Herbs

09 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 2.6 oz baby arugula or spinach
11 - 10 fresh basil leaves, torn
12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

13 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
15 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
16 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
17 - ½ tsp honey or maple syrup
18 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

19 - 2.1 oz crumbled feta cheese or plant-based alternative
20 - Toasted pine nuts or walnuts

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 265°F.
02 - Place the halved tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and oregano. Toss to coat evenly and arrange cut side up.
03 - Roast the tomatoes for 1½ hours until shriveled and deeply sweet. Remove from oven and set aside.
04 - Bring water or broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rinsed farro and 1 tsp salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain well and let cool slightly.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified.
06 - Add the cooked farro, roasted tomatoes, red onion, greens, basil, and parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with feta cheese and nuts if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The slow roasted tomatoes become like candy but without any added sugar
  • Farro gives you that satisfying chew that makes salad feel like a real meal
  • The dressing balances sweet and sharp so every bite feels complete
02 -
  • The tomatoes can be roasted up to three days ahead and kept in the refrigerator
  • Farro absorbs dressing beautifully so if you are making this ahead add more dressing before serving
  • The salad actually tastes better after the flavors have had time to mingle
03 -
  • The lowest oven setting gives you the sweetest most concentrated tomatoes
  • Taste the farro while it cooks and drain it when it is done to your liking

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