Sweet Potato and Spinach Farro Bowl (Printable Version)
A wholesome, modern breakfast featuring roasted sweet potatoes, spinach, and farro.
# Ingredient List:
→ Grains
01 - 1/2 cup farro (uncooked)
02 - 1 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
04 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Protein
07 - 2 large eggs
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
11 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
→ Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives
# How to Make It:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F.
02 - Combine farro and water or broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
03 - Toss diced sweet potato and red onion with olive oil, smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender.
04 - During the last 5 minutes of roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until wilted, then remove from heat.
05 - Use the same skillet to cook the eggs to your preference (fried, poached, or soft-boiled).
06 - Divide cooked farro between two bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed spinach, and a cooked egg. Sprinkle with feta, herbs, and chili flakes if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It combines the hearty texture of whole grains with the comfort of roasted vegetables.
- The runny yolk creates a rich sauce that binds the flavors together perfectly.
02 -
- Farro naturally contains gluten, so swap for quinoa or brown rice if you need this bowl to be strictly gluten free.
- Drying your sweet potatoes with a towel before tossing them in oil helps them roast rather than steam in the oven.
03 -
- Save the farro cooking liquid if there is any left, it is full of nutrients and can thicken soups later.
- Warm your bowls in the oven for a few minutes before serving to keep the food hot longer.