Roasted Beetroot Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Elevate your salad game with this Roasted Beetroot Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts, a vibrant medley of earthy roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Tossed in a perfectly balanced balsamic-honey dressing, this dish is layered with sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors that will delight your taste buds. Fresh mixed greens add a crisp base, while the rich roasted beets bring a tender texture and deep color. Ideal as a stunning appetizer or a light main, this salad is easy to prepare but looks and tastes gourmet. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, it’s both healthy and indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium beetroot
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and trim the beetroot, then wrap each one in aluminum foil. Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the beets are roasting, toast the walnuts by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir continually for about 5 minutes or until they are lightly browned and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Remove the roasted beets from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the skins using a paper towel.
Cut the peeled beets into bite-sized wedges.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the mixed salad greens and beetroot wedges to the bowl with the dressing and toss gently until evenly coated.
Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter or divide among individual plates.
Crumble the goat cheese over the top of the salad and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
Serve immediately, optionally with extra balsamic vinegar on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1352 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1726 mg | 37% | |
*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.
