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Beet and Orange Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Beet and Orange Salad featuring roasted beets paired with sweet citrus segments, tangy feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a zesty balsamic dressing. This salad blends earthy, sweet, and savory flavors with crisp red onion and fresh herbs for a perfect light starter or side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 4 medium beets (red, golden, or a mix)
  • 2 large oranges (navel, blood orange, or mandarin)
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (or goat cheese) optional
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh mint or parsley for garnish

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare beets: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off the stems, leaving about an inch to prevent bleeding during roasting.
  2. Roast the beets: Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes depending on size, until tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Cool and peel beets: Let the roasted beets cool slightly. Peel off the skins by rubbing with a paper towel or fingers, then slice off tops and bottoms if needed.
  4. Prepare oranges: Hold the orange over a bowl to catch juices, then slice into rounds or segment by cutting between membranes to remove pith and skin.
  5. Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Add a tablespoon of reserved orange juice for extra flavor.
  6. Assemble the salad: Arrange beet slices and orange segments on a serving platter. Scatter thinly sliced red onion over the top.
  7. Add toppings and dress: Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
  8. Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh mint or parsley leaves. Serve immediately or chilled.

Notes

  • Roasting beets brings out their natural sweetness and softens texture.
  • To make the salad vegan, substitute maple syrup for honey and omit the feta cheese.
  • Use mixed colored beets for a more colorful presentation.
  • Orange segments can be replaced with grapefruit or tangerine for variety.
  • Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or toasted almonds for different crunch.
  • Beets can be roasted a day ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
  • Adjust dressing ingredients to taste, more vinegar for tang or more honey/maple for sweetness.

Keywords: beet salad, orange salad, roasted beets, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, citrus dressing

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