Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

This Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with the creamy tang of goat cheese. Topped with crunchy walnuts and a zesty vinaigrette, it's a perfect healthy lunch option.

Ingredients

• Beets - 2 medium (about 300g)
• Mixed salad greens - 100g
• Goat cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Walnuts - 30g, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash and trim the beets, then wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Roast the beets in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. While the beets are roasting, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
5. Once the beets are done, remove them from the oven, unwrap them, and let them cool slightly before peeling the skins off.
6. Slice the roasted beets into wedges.
7. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced beets, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts.
8. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently to combine, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from beets, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Good source of healthy fats from walnuts, promoting heart health.

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