Description
This vibrant Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Balsamic combines tender roasted beets, mixed greens, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a refreshing starter or a light meal, this vegetarian salad brings a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 3 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet, preparing them for roasting.
- Roast Beets: Roast the wrapped beets in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until you can easily pierce them with a fork. This roasting process intensifies their sweetness and softens them perfectly.
- Cool and Peel Beets: Allow the roasted beets to cool completely. Once cool, unwrap and peel off the skin using your hands or a small knife, then cut the beets into wedges.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined, creating a balanced, tangy-sweet dressing.
- Assemble Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, roasted beet wedges, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts.
- Dress Salad: Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together to ensure each bite is infused with flavor.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and crisp textures.
Notes
- For added texture and a deeper flavor, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked or store-bought roasted beets instead of roasting your own.
- Try adding sliced red onions or fresh orange segments for an extra burst of flavor and color.
