Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, a perfect blend of earthy, tangy, and nutty flavors that will impress any palate. Tender roasted beets are the star of this dish, paired beautifully with creamy goat cheese, crunchy toasted walnuts, and a medley of crisp mixed greens. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, lightly sweetened with honey and perfectly balanced with Dijon mustard, ties all the flavors together for a restaurant-quality salad experience. Whether you're serving it as a stunning appetizer, a side dish, or a light lunch, this colorful and nutritious salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. It's an easy-to-make recipe that’s perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals! Keywords: roasted beet salad, goat cheese salad, balsamic vinaigrette, easy salad recipe, healthy salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 1 cup walnuts
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and trim the beets, then wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil. Place the foil-wrapped beets on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Once done, let them cool slightly before peeling off the skins. Cut the peeled beets into bite-sized wedges.
While the beets roast, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted beets, and toasted walnuts. Toss gently to mix.
Crumble the goat cheese over the salad.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly to coat evenly.
Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.0 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.8 g | 179% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 59.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2819 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2669 mg | 57% | |
*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.
