Mediterranean Diet Beetroot Salad
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Beetroot Salad, a perfect balance of earthy, sweet, and tangy flavors! This recipe combines tender roasted beetroots with crisp mixed greens, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts, all tied together with a zesty homemade dressing featuring extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, a touch of honey, and garlic. Fresh mint leaves add a refreshing herbal note, while the easy-to-follow instructions make this dish a breeze to prepare. Whether served as a nutritious main or a colorful side, this salad is packed with antioxidants, heart-healthy fats, and Mediterranean-inspired goodness, making it a delightful addition to any table. Ready in just an hour, this wholesome and visually stunning creation is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium beetroots
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 50 grams walnuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Wash and trim the beetroots, leaving some stalk attached. Wrap each beetroot in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast the beetroots in the oven for about 45 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a knife. Let cool before handling.
While the beetroots are cooling, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic clove. Season with salt and black pepper.
Chop the roasted beetroots into bite-sized pieces once they are cool to the touch.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, chopped beetroots, crumbled feta cheese, and walnuts.
Chop fresh mint leaves finely and add them to the salad.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Serve the salad immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving for richer flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.7 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2809 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 704 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2516 mg | 54% | |
*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.
