Happy Beets
Brighten your table with "Happy Beets," a vibrant roasted beet and citrus salad that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This recipe pairs earthy, caramelized beets with sweet, juicy orange slices for a refreshing taste of balance. Topped with creamy goat cheese crumbles, a drizzle of golden honey, tangy balsamic glaze, and fresh mint leaves, this salad is a feast for the senses. Perfectly seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, each bite bursts with flavor and offers a delightful mix of textures. Ready in just an hour, this colorful dish makes an elegant appetizer or light side salad for any occasion. This recipe for “Happy Beets” is your go-to for showcasing seasonal ingredients while adding a healthy, gourmet touch to your meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large orange
- 0.5 cup goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off any greens, leaving about 1 inch of the stems. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a knife easily pierces through them.
While the beets are roasting, peel the oranges and slice them into thin rounds. Set them aside.
Once the beets are cool enough to handle, use a paper towel to gently rub off the skin. Cut the peeled beets into wedges.
In a mixing bowl, toss the beet wedges with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Arrange the beet wedges and orange slices on a serving platter, alternating for a visually pleasing presentation.
Crumble the goat cheese over the beets and oranges.
Drizzle the honey and balsamic glaze over the salad.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately. Enjoy your Happy Beets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.1 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3588 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2199 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
