How to Make Beet & White Bean Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a fresh and healthy salad recipe that's bursting with flavor, look no further than this Beet & White Bean Salad. This unique and vibrant dish is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner. The combination of sweet beets, creamy white beans, and zesty citrus dressing makes for a satisfying and refreshing summer salad that's as delicious as it is nutritious.

Beets are the star of this recipe, providing a rich, earthy flavor and a beautiful pop of color. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) can whole beets, well drained, halved
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini), drained
  • 4 cups baby arugula leaves
  • ½ cup reduced-fat crumbled blue cheese
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Make dressing: Whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, and sugar in a small bowl until combined. Whisk in extra-virgin olive oil gradually until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare salad: Combine beets and beans in a large bowl. Pour dressing over beet mixture; stir until well coated.
  • Place arugula on a platter or in a serving bowl; top with beet mixture. Sprinkle with blue cheese and walnuts.
  • Nutrition

    401 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 767mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 97mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 313mg