Description
A vibrant and flavorful Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Pistachios that is a perfect blend of earthy beets, creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a tangy balsamic dressing. This salad is a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roasted Beets:
- 4 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the Beets: Place beets on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Wrap beets in foil and roast for 45–60 minutes until tender. Let cool, peel, and cut into wedges.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and remaining olive oil.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange salad greens on a platter, top with roasted beet wedges, goat cheese, and pistachios. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
Notes
- For quicker prep, use pre-cooked beets.
- This salad pairs well with crusty bread or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
