Description
This delicious beet salad combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with creamy goat cheese, crunchy nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing. It’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures that makes for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Beets:
- 4 medium beets, washed and trimmed
Salad:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Beets: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and roast for 45 to 60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Allow to cool, then peel and slice into wedges or cubes.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted beets, crumbled cheese, toasted nuts, and parsley. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Beets can also be boiled or steamed if preferred.
- For added sweetness, roast beets with a drizzle of honey.
- This salad pairs well with crusty bread or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
