One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans
One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans brings nutty, chewy grains together with smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, tender zucchini, and hearty black beans. Sweet corn and warm cumin round out the flavors, while cilantro adds a fresh finish. It’s a satisfying vegan skillet perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend lunch.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 30 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 58
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 42
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine farro, broth, undrained tomatoes, and 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan and stir. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, lower the heat, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
- 2
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and sprinkle with half of the cumin and half of the salt; cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender and browned, stirring occasionally. Remove from the skillet; set aside and keep warm.
- 3
Add the bell pepper, onion, corn, and garlic to the skillet. Sprinkle with the remaining cumin and salt and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the beans and cook for 2 minutes. Return the zucchini to the skillet along with the cooked farro; stir to combine. Top with cilantro before serving.
- Calories 446.49 kcal High 22%
- Protein 15.59 g Good Source 31%
- Carbohydrate 72.29 g 26%
- Total Fat 11.26 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 1.3 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.52 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 509.25 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 13.03 g Good Source 47%
- Total Sugars 9.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.47 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 135.4 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 5.08 mg Good Source 28%
- Potassium 874.04 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 182.38 mcg Good Source 20%
- Vitamin C 14.41 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
One Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans is made with 13 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Canola Oil, Diced Tomatoes, and Farro. Each serving provides about 446.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Canola Oil, Diced Tomatoes, Farro, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 446.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans healthy?
- One-Pan Farro with Zucchini and Black Beans has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 446.49 calories and 15.59 g of protein, or 31% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 509.25 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.3 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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