Description
Roasted Beet Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with the creamy richness of goat cheese and the crunch of walnuts. This salad not only delights the palate but also enhances your table with its stunning colors. Perfect for both casual dinners and elegant gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized beets
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 1 cup unsalted toasted walnuts
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 2 tbsp high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash the beets thoroughly, trim greens while keeping some stem attached, then wrap each beet in aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped beets on the baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender. Allow them to cool before peeling off the skins.
- Slice the cooled beets into bite-sized pieces and combine them in a large bowl with arugula, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg