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Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

A vibrant salad combining earthy beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium beets, cooked, peeled, and diced These earthy gems are the stars of the show.
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled Balances the sweetness of the beets beautifully.
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted Adds delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
  • 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced Adds a touch of spice.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness and ties flavors together.
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Brings sweet tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon honey Balances the vinegar's acidity.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Essential seasonings.
  • Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional) Adds color and burst of flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F if roasting the beets.
  • Cook the beets until fork-tender, about 45 minutes if roasting.
  • Once cool, peel and dice the beets into bite-sized cubes.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.

Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and season with salt and pepper.

Salad Assembly

  • Layer the diced beets, sliced red onions, and crumbled goat cheese in a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad generously.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley, if desired.

Notes

For variations, feta can be used instead of goat cheese, and pecans can replace walnuts. Use pre-cooked beets for quicker preparation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
Keyword Beet Salad, Easy Recipe, Goat Cheese Salad, Healthy Salad, Summer Salad
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