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Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing

Colorful Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese & Honey Balsamic Dressing

A vibrant Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese, and Honey Balsamic Dressing that's quick to prepare and deliciously healthy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Beets pre-cooked or raw
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil avoid flavored oils
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 4 cups Baby Salad Greens arugula, spinach, or mixed greens can be used
  • 1 cup Walnuts chopped, can substitute with pecans
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese can substitute with feta cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Canola Oil can use avocado oil instead
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Honey adjust to taste or use maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Roasting pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rub the beets with olive oil, place in a roasting pan with 1/2 cup water, and cover with foil. Roast for 45-60 minutes until tender.
    Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing
  2. Let the beets cool, then peel and slice them into wedges.
    Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, canola oil, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
    Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing
  4. In a large bowl, toss the sliced beets with red onion and half of the dressing. Allow to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
    Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing
  5. On a platter, layer the salad greens, followed by the beet mixture, walnuts, and goat cheese. Drizzle with remaining dressing before serving.
    Beet Salad with Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, keeping dressing separate. Roasted beets can be prepped up to 3 days in advance.

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