Baked Freekeh with Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

Nutty freekeh grain baked with seasonal vegetables and toasted almonds for a hearty one-dish meal. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 65 minutes, pairs freekeh, zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 cup freekeh
• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp dill

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rinse freekeh under cold water until water runs clear, then drain well. Chop zucchini and red bell pepper into 1/2-inch pieces and halve cherry tomatoes.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until edges are slightly charred.
3. Step 3: While vegetables roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add freekeh and toast for 3 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until water is absorbed and freekeh is tender.
4. Step 4: Once freekeh is cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in roasted vegetables, 1/4 cup toasted almonds, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional lemon zest if desired. Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.