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Beet and Orange Salad

Refreshing Beet and Orange Salad: A Vibrant Healthy Delight

This Beet and Orange Salad combines earthy beets and sweet oranges for a vibrant and healthy dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Beets Roasted
  • 2 medium Oranges Can substitute with grapefruit
  • 1 small Red Onion Can substitute with green onions
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Omit for vegan version or substitute with goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Can substitute with whole grain mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • small bowl
  • Large Serving Platter
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the beets, trim the stems, and wrap each in foil.
  2. Roast the wrapped beets for 45 to 60 minutes until tender.
  3. Once cooled slightly, unwrap and peel the skins from the beets.
  4. Slice the oranges, removing both ends and peel, then segment.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  6. On a platter, arrange sliced beets, oranges, red onion, feta cheese, and walnuts.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, prepare dressing just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping dressing separate.

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