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Delicious beet salad with feta cheese features a vibrant mix of sweet and savory flavors, making it a perfect and healthy dish.

Beet Salad with Feta and Sweet & Savory Dressing

This vibrant beet salad combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with salty feta cheese and a tangy sweet and savory dressing. It's a delightful and nutritious dish perfect as a light lunch, side, or appetizer, offering a balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium beets red and/or golden
  • 5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 5 ounces mixed greens arugula, spinach, or baby kale
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, pecans, or pistachios
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs mint, dill, or parsley
  • 1 orange or grapefruit, zested optional
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Paring knife or vegetable peeler
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash beets thoroughly and trim off leafy tops and root ends.
  2. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil.
  3. Place wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Let beets cool slightly, then unwrap. Peel the skins off the beets (they should slip off easily). Cut the beets into wedges or cubes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Place mixed greens on a platter or individual plates.
  8. Arrange the roasted beets on top of the greens.
  9. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, toasted nuts, citrus zest (if using), and red onion.
  10. Drizzle with the sweet & savory dressing. Serve immediately.

Notes

Roasting the beets ahead of time saves time. The beets can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dressing can also be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant and lightly browned, watching carefully to prevent burning. For a vegan option, substitute the feta with a vegan feta alternative or crumbled tofu and use maple syrup instead of honey. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like goat cheese or blue cheese. Adding sliced apples, pears, or pomegranate seeds can provide extra sweetness and texture.