Midwest Harvest Grain Bowl with Roasted Root Vegetables
A hearty grain bowl featuring seasonal roasted root vegetables and a maple-tahini dressing, inspired by the bounty found in Midwest estate auctions. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe (whole30, gluten-free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Farro, Sweet potatoes, Carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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 Farro
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes Sweet potatoes
- 3 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes Carrots
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Maple syrup
- 3 tbsp Tahini
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained Chickpeas
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes and carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast vegetables for 25 minutes until edges are crispy and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: While vegetables roast, whisk together tahini, 1 tbsp maple syrup, lemon juice, 1 tbsp water, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Cook farro according to package instructions (usually 20 minutes in 2 cups boiling water) until tender but still chewy, then drain and fluff with a fork.
- Step 5: In a large bowl, combine cooked farro, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and 2 tbsp of the maple-tahini dressing. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 6: Serve topped with remaining dressing, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning.








