Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Dressing
Bright, earthy, and bursting with flavor, this Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Dressing is a stunning addition to any meal. Featuring tender oven-roasted beets and a zesty, citrus-infused dressing crafted from freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad achieves the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Nestled atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, the salad is beautifully complemented by optional toppings like creamy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios or walnuts for an added layer of richness and texture. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough for entertaining, this vibrant, antioxidant-rich dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect as a light lunch or a festive side, it’s a must-try for healthy, flavor-forward dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Beets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.25 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 1 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 0.5 cups Goat cheese (optional)
- 0.25 cups Pistachios or walnuts (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off any leafy tops. Wrap each beet loosely in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
While the beets are roasting, prepare the orange dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, honey, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Once the beets are roasted, allow them to cool slightly. Use a paper towel to gently rub the skins off the beets, or peel them with your hands. Be careful, as beet juice can stain.
Slice the peeled beets into wedges or rounds, depending on your preference.
In a large salad bowl, toss the mixed salad greens with a few tablespoons of the orange dressing to lightly coat.
Arrange the roasted beets on top of the greens, and if desired, sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese and chopped pistachios or walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Drizzle any additional orange dressing over the salad before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.0 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2608 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.0 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2223 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.
