Roasted Sweet Beet Salad

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized beets, peeled and cut into wedges 4 medium-sized beets, peeled and cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 cups mixed salad greens 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 18g, 12g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, toss the beet wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
3. 3.
   Spread the beets in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey to make the dressing.
5. 5.
   In a serving bowl, arrange the mixed salad greens.
6. 6.
   Top the greens with the roasted beets, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad.
8. 8.
   Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
9. 9.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beets — Make sure to peel the beets before roasting them to remove any tough skin. Cutting them into wedges allows for even roasting and caramelization.
• Goat cheese — Crumble the goat cheese just before serving to maintain its creamy texture and tangy flavor.
• Walnuts — Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet for a few minutes to enhance their nutty flavor before chopping and adding them to the salad.

Tips & Tricks

• For added sweetness, you can drizzle a little honey over the roasted beets before serving.
• To save time, you can roast the beets in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• Feel free to add other ingredients to the salad, such as sliced apples or pears, for extra freshness and flavor.
• If you prefer a more tangy dressing, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the balsamic dressing.
• This salad can be served as a light lunch or as a side dish to accompany grilled meats or roasted vegetables.

Serving advice

Serve the Roasted Sweet Beet Salad as a refreshing and colorful starter or as a side dish to complement your main course. It pairs well with grilled chicken, roasted salmon, or even a hearty vegetable stew.

Presentation advice

To enhance the visual appeal of the salad, arrange the roasted beet wedges in a circular pattern on top of the mixed salad greens. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese and chopped walnuts evenly over the beets. Drizzle the balsamic dressing in a zigzag pattern for an artistic touch.