How to Make Beet Salad with Goat Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a colorful and flavorful salad to add to your repertoire, look no further than this beet salad with goat cheese. This refreshing and nutritious salad is not only visually stunning, but it also packs a punch when it comes to taste. With the earthy sweetness of beets and the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or as a light main course, this salad is sure to impress your family a...

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Ingredients

  • 4 medium beets - scrubbed, trimmed, and cut in half
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 (10 ounce) package mixed baby salad greens
  • 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 ounces goat cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place beets into a saucepan; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until tender. Drain and cool, then cut into cubes.
  • While beets are cooking, place walnuts in a skillet over medium-low heat. Heat until warm and starting to toast. Stir in maple syrup; cook and stir until evenly coated, then remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • To make the dressing: Whisk orange juice concentrate, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil together in a small bowl.
  • Place a large helping of baby greens onto each of four salad plates, divide candied walnuts equally and sprinkle over greens. Place equal amounts of beets over greens and top with pieces of goat cheese. Drizzle dressing over each salad.
  • Nutrition

    348 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 108mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 558mg