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Farro and Eggplant with Sundried Tomato Pesto
5 from 3 votes

Farro and Eggplant with Sundried Tomato Pesto

A hearty vegan salad with zesty sun-dried tomato and walnut pesto and pan-fried eggplant. Cooks in 30 minutes and good for meal prep. Can be enjoyed warm or cold. Works as a main meal or side salad.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 1305 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup farro dry
  • 2 eggplant medium, sliced into ½” thick half moons
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
  • ¾ cup tomatoes sliced, sun dried
  • ¾ cup walnuts halved
  • ¾ cup parsley fresh, leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Cook the farro according to package instructions. (This can vary slightly by brand.)
  2. Combine all the pesto ingredients in a food processor and blend for 3-4 minutes, until it forms a thick paste.
  3. Heat 3 tbsp of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Add eggplant slices to the pan, in a single layer.
  5. Fry for 2-3 minutes, until lightly browned. Flip the pieces and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from pan when pieces are browned on both sides and slightly soft.
  7. Toss the cooked farro with the sun-dried tomato pesto. Gently fold in the cooked eggplant.
  8. Serve hot or cold.

Notes

  • Note: This farro can be kept for 2-3 days in the fridge. It’s also delicious served with parmesan cheese, if a vegan recipe is not required.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1305kcal (65%) Carbohydrates 138g (46%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 80g (123%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 717mg (30%) Potassium 3085mg (66%) Fiber 38g (152%) Sugar 34g (68%) Vitamin A 2361IU (47%) Vitamin C 64mg (71%) Calcium 201mg (20%) Iron 10mg (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1305

% Daily Value*

Calories 1305kcal 65%
Carbohydrates 138g 46%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 80g 123%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 717mg 30%
Potassium 3085mg 66%
Fiber 38g 152%
Sugar 34g 68%
Vitamin A 2361IU 47%
Vitamin C 64mg 71%
Calcium 201mg 20%
Iron 10mg 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.