Zucchini and Asparagus Farro Bowl
with Parmesan and Lemon
Farro has had something of a moment lately, becoming a favourite grain of chefs and home cooks alike for its nutty flavour, addictively chewy texture, and high-fibre content.
The quantities provided above are averages only.
Produced in a facility that processes milk, sesame, eggs, fish, shellfish, crustaceans, mustard, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybean and sulphites.
Ingredients
170 g
Farro
(Contains Wheat)
170 g
Asparagus
1 unit
Zucchini
56 g
Onion, chopped
10 g
Garlic
1 unit
Lemon
56 g
Walnuts, chopped
(Contains Tree nuts)
1 unit
Vegetable Broth Concentrate
56 g
Parmesan Cheese, shredded
(Contains Milk)
Not included in your delivery
1 tbsp
Butter*
(Contains Milk)
Oil*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Prep: Wash and dry all produce. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Thinly slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds. Mince or grate the garlic. Zest, then cut the lemon into wedges.
Cook the farro: Add the farro and broth concentrate to the water. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until tender, 18-20 min. (Drain when the farro is done cooking.)
Toasted the walnuts: Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the walnuts to the dry pan. Cook, stirring often, until golden-brown and toasted, 3-4 min. (TIP: Keep your eye on them so they don't burn!) Set aside on a plate.
Char the zucchini: Increase the heat to medium-high heat. Add the zucchini to the dry pan. Cook until golden-brown, 5-6 min per side. Transfer to a plate.
Cook the asparagus: Decrease the heat to medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil, then the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, 4-5 min. Add the asparagus. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp, 4-5 min.
Add the farro, zucchini, butter, lemon zest, squeeze of 2 lemon wedges and half the Parmesan to the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper.
Finish and serve: Divide farro mixture between bowls. Sprinkle with the toasted walnuts and remaining Parmesan. Squeeze over the remaining lemon wedges and enjoy!
