Tunisian Style Roasted Beet Salad with Harissa
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Tunisian Style Roasted Beet Salad with Harissa! Packed with earthy roasted beets, a zesty harissa-infused citrus dressing, and topped with crumbled feta, fresh herbs, and crunchy toasted almonds, this salad is a bold fusion of flavors and textures. The smoky heat of harissa melds beautifully with the natural sweetness of roasted beets, while a touch of orange juice and lemon juice provides a refreshing citrus kick. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course, this salad is easy to prepare and sure to impress at any gathering. Serve it slightly warm or room temperature for a stunning, nutrient-packed dish inspired by North African cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized beets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the beets thoroughly. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 40-45 minutes or until they are tender enough to pierce with a knife. Let them cool slightly before handling.
While the beets are cooling, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the harissa paste, olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins (they should slip off easily). Cut the beets into bite-sized cubes or slices, as preferred.
Place the chopped beets in a large bowl. Pour the prepared harissa dressing over the beets and toss gently to coat them evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley and mint finely, and sprinkle them over the dressed beets. Add the crumbled feta cheese and toasted almonds as toppings.
Serve the salad slightly warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as a flavorful side dish or a light vegetarian main!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 4295 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1637 mg | 35% | |
*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.
