Beetroot Salad with Goat Cheese

This vibrant Beetroot Salad with Goat Cheese is a delightful blend of earthy beets and creamy goat cheese, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Grilled to perfection, this dish is a true celebration of fresh flavors and textures, ideal for a French BBQ gathering.

Ingredients

• Beetroot - 200 grams
• Goat cheese - 100 grams
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Walnuts - 30 grams, roughly chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. Wrap the beetroot in aluminum foil and place it on the grill. Cook for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender.
3. While the beetroot is grilling, prepare the salad dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
4. Once the beetroot is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly. Peel the skin off and slice into wedges.
5. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced beetroot, chopped walnuts, and crumble the goat cheese over the top.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from beetroot, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Goat cheese provides a good source of calcium and protein, supporting bone health.

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