Roasted Beet Pear and Feta Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Roasted Beet Pear and Feta Salad, a perfect blend of earthy, sweet, and tangy flavors. Featuring tender roasted beets, juicy ripe pears, creamy crumbled feta, and crunchy toasted walnuts, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Tossed with fresh mixed greens and a zesty homemade balsamic vinaigrette, this salad offers a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Whether you're serving it as a stunning appetizer or a light, satisfying main course, this recipe is a delightful way to showcase seasonal ingredients. Ready in just over an hour and packed with nutrients, it's the perfect choice for health-conscious food lovers in search of fresh and flavorful recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium red beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 medium ripe pear
- 0.5 cups feta cheese
- 0.5 cups walnuts
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the beets to remove any dirt. Trim the tops and wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil.
Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 45-50 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
While the beets are roasting, prepare the dressing by whisking together balsamic vinegar, olive oil (2 tablespoons), honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Once fragrant, remove the walnuts from the heat and let them cool.
Once the beets are roasted and cool enough to handle, use a paper towel or your hands to peel off their skins. Slice the beets into wedges or cubes.
Slice the pears thinly, removing the cores.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted beets, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, flavorful salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.3 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3816 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 675 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3082 mg | 66% | |
*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.
