This One-Pan Farro with Tomatoes and Kale recipe is the definition of a dreamy, rustic meal! Imagine tender farro mingling with sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp onions, fragrant garlic, and hearty kale—all in one pan. It’s not only delicious but also super nutritious.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup of farro
- Half an onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
- 10 ounces of grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- A few stalks of kale, stems removed and chopped into small pieces (about 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup of olive oil (optional, for extra richness)
Extras for Serving:
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil
- Parmesan cheese
- Optional: chicken, meatballs, or a fried egg
Instructions:
- Start by adding water, farro, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and salt to a medium-sized saucepan. Let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Next, toss in the kale and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Once done, stir in the olive oil. The farro should be perfectly chewy yet soft, with a delightful bit of broth left in the pan.
- Serve it hot, topped with Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and any of the other extras you like.
This dish cooks up in about 30 minutes and is perfect for a wholesome dinner. It’s almost too easy and too tasty to believe!
