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Warm Farro + Kale Glow Salad

Warm Farro + Kale Glow Salad

A cozy nourishing salad from Natalie’s kitchen — warm farro, massaged kale, crisp apples, sweet dates, and maple cinnamon nut clusters layered together into the perfect cool-weather comfort bowl.

The second the weather starts turning cooler, I instantly begin craving apples, cinnamon, hearty grains, and cozy bowls like this.

This salad somehow manages to feel both fresh and comforting at the same time.

Warm chewy farro tossed with lemony massaged kale, crisp apples, sweet chewy dates, fresh herbs, and crunchy maple-spiced nut clusters.

Every bite has a little bit of everything.

Soft. Crunchy. Sweet. Tangy. Warm. Fresh.

And honestly? Those nut and seed clusters are dangerously good on their own.

I especially love serving this while the farro is still warm because it slightly softens the kale and makes the entire bowl feel incredibly grounding and satisfying.

Exactly the kind of meal I crave during slower cooler seasons.

Why We Love It

Kale

Packed with antioxidants and minerals that help support healthy skin and overall wellness.

Farro

A hearty ancient grain rich in fiber and nutrients that helps make the salad deeply satisfying.

Apples + Dates

Natural sweetness paired with fiber and antioxidants that bring warmth and balance to the dish.

Walnuts + Pumpkin Seeds

Healthy fats and minerals help nourish the skin barrier while adding beautiful crunch.

Cinnamon

Adds warmth and comforting flavor while making the salad feel especially cozy and seasonal.

Ingredients

Salad

  • 4 handfuls kale, torn
  • 1 cup farro
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 green apple, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
  • 3 large dried dates, chopped

Maple Nut + Seed Clusters

  • 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup raw walnuts
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • pinch sea salt
  • dash cinnamon
  • dash cayenne pepper

Honey Orange Dressing

  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • sea salt
  • black pepper
  • dash cinnamon

Optional additions:

  • roasted sweet potato
  • roasted brussels sprouts
  • chicken

Directions

Cook the farro according to package directions.

Add the warm cooked farro to a large bowl.

Meanwhile, combine the pumpkin seeds, walnuts, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne.

Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes until lightly toasted.

Allow to cool and break into clusters.

Add the kale to a separate bowl.

Whisk or shake together all dressing ingredients.

Pour over the kale and massage thoroughly with your hands until softened.

Add the kale to the warm farro.

Stir in the parsley, apple, onion, dates, and nut clusters.

Toss gently and serve while slightly warm.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they make healthy eating feel deeply comforting instead of restrictive.

Warm grains. Crisp apples. Cozy cinnamon.

The kind of bowl you genuinely look forward to eating.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie