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Roasted Squash with Farro and Tahini

Roasted Squash with Farro and Tahini

Prep time: 45 minServes: 4

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Squash, farro and tahini — autumn's most beautiful vegetarian plate. A medium-bodied white or dry rosé to meet the nutty tones.

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash, halved and sliced into wedges
  • 200g farro
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander (ground)
  • Tahini dressing: 3 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, water
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Fresh parsley
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds
  • Salt

Method

  1. 11. Spread squash wedges on a tray. Drizzle olive oil, scatter cumin, coriander and salt. Roast at 200°C for 30 minutes.
  2. 22. Cook the farro according to packet (about 25 minutes). Drain.
  3. 33. Tahini dressing: Whisk tahini, lemon juice and garlic. Thin with water to desired consistency.
  4. 44. Spread farro on a platter, top with roasted squash.
  5. 55. Drizzle tahini dressing, scatter pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds and parsley.