Description

This beet citrus salad recipe is a vibrant and nutritious brunch side dish that combines earthy roasted beets with bright citrus fruits, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. It's simple to prepare and visually stunning, making it a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

4–5 Medium beets
2–3 large Oranges
1 large Grapefruit
4 cups Mixed salad greens
4 oz Goat cheese or feta, crumbled
1/2 cup Toasted walnuts or pistachios
1/4 small Red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons Olive oil
2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil after drizzling with a bit of olive oil and seasoning with salt
Step 2: Roast beets for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender. Once done, let them cool, then peel the skins off
Step 3: While beets roast, prepare your citrus by cutting away the peel and pith, then segment the oranges and grapefruit
Step 4: Slice the cooled beets into wedges or rounds
Step 5: Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper
Step 6: Arrange greens on a large platter. Top with beets, citrus segments, red onion slices, cheese, and nuts. Drizzle with dressing just before serving

Notes

Roast beets ahead of time to save on prep time.

Dress the salad just before serving to keep greens crisp.

Toast nuts fresh for better flavor.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Category: Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 8mg