Vegan Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Vegan Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts—a perfect harmony of earthy, sweet, and tangy flavors. This recipe features tender roasted beets paired with creamy vegan goat cheese, crunchy toasted walnuts, and fresh mixed greens, all brought together with a zesty balsamic vinaigrette sweetened with a touch of maple syrup. Finished with fragrant mint leaves, it's an irresistible blend of textures and tastes that’s both hearty and refreshing. Ideal for a light lunch or a stunning side dish, this plant-based salad is a nutritious and eye-catching addition to your repertoire. Plus, it’s simple to prepare, making it a go-to favorite for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole medium beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 0.5 cup vegan goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the beets thoroughly, and cut off the greens. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the beets are roasting, prepare the salad dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
Toast the walnuts in a small skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the beets are roasted, let them cool slightly, then peel them using a paper towel to rub off the skins. Cut the peeled beets into bite-sized wedges.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, roasted beet wedges, and toasted walnuts. Toss with the dressing to combine.
Crumble the vegan goat cheese over the salad and gently toss.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.6 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2159 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1970 mg | 42% | |
*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.
