Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables

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A seasonal salad featuring roasted root vegetables and whole grains, celebrating local farm-to-table ingredients. This american-inspired salads ready in about 50 minutes pairs Farro, Sweet potatoes, Carrots into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (15 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 cup diced sweet potatoes, 1 cup diced carrots, and 1/4 cup chopped red onion with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast for 25 minutes until vegetables are tender and edges are slightly caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
  3. Step 3: Cook 3/4 cup farro in 1 1/2 cups water for 20 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar with 1 tbsp olive oil to create a vinaigrette.
  5. Step 5: In a large bowl, combine cooled farro, roasted vegetables, and 2 tbsp chopped parsley. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep farro from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Amherst Harvest Grain Salad with Roasted Vegetables?

American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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