Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts Recipe. This delightful dish features tender roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, creating a beautiful medley of textures and tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or kale)
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the whole beets in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Once cooled, peel the beets using gloves and cube them.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until fragrant.
- On a serving platter, arrange mixed greens as a base; top with beet cubes, walnuts, goat cheese crumbles, and red onion slices.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg