Description
This vibrant Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Earthy roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a zingy balsamic dressing come together in a dish that’s simple yet elegant. Perfect as a starter, side, or light main course!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets, peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or kale)
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the beet cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast the beets in the oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fork-tender.
- While the beets are roasting, prepare the dressing by whisking together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, if not pre-toasted.
- Once the beets are done, let them cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, roasted beets, red onion, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for a warm salad or refrigerate for a chilled version.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tips: Roast the beets and prepare the dressing in advance for quicker assembly.
- Substitutions: Feta or blue cheese can be used instead of goat cheese. Pecans or almonds are great alternatives to walnuts.
- Storage: Store leftovers (undressed) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg