Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Toasted Walnuts
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad infused with nutty flavors and fresh herbs. The sweetness of chilled, tender roasted beets pairs excellently with creamy goat cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts, while a light balsamic vinaigrette brings everything together. Perfect as a refreshing appetizer or a light main dish, this salad not only delights the palate but also provides a beautiful presentation that will impress your guests.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
tiny whole beets
8 1/4 ounces (chilled and chopped)
fresh basil or flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon (snipped)
ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon
vinaigrette dressing (bottled reduced-fat or fat-free balsamic)
4 tablespoons
mixed baby greens
4 cups
walnuts
2 tablespoons (coarsely chopped and toasted)
semi-soft goat cheese (chevre)
1 ounce (crumbled)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until fragrant and golden, stirring halfway through. Remove and let cool.
2
Drain and chop the canned beets into bite-sized pieces.
3
In a medium bowl, gently combine the chopped beets, snipped basil (or parsley), and ground black pepper.
4
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette dressing and toss carefully to coat the beets evenly.
5
On two salad plates, arrange the mixed baby greens as a bed for the salad. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of dressing over the greens.
6
Top the greens with the beet mixture. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts and crumbled goat cheese on top, adding additional basil or parsley for garnish if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this recipe?
This is a recipe for a Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Toasted Walnuts, a vibrant dish featuring chilled beets and crunchy nuts.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include canned beets, mixed baby greens, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Is this salad vegetarian?
Yes, this Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad is a vegetarian-friendly dish.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the ingredients listed in this recipe are naturally gluten-free.
What temperature should I toast the walnuts at?
The walnuts should be toasted in an oven preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does it take to toast the walnuts?
Toasting takes approximately 5-7 minutes or until the walnuts are fragrant and golden.
What type of cheese is used in this salad?
The recipe calls for semi-soft goat cheese, also known as chevre.
Can I use fresh herbs in this salad?
Yes, the recipe recommends using either fresh basil or flat-leaf parsley.
What type of dressing is recommended?
A bottled reduced-fat or fat-free balsamic vinaigrette is suggested for this recipe.
Should the beets be warm or cold?
The recipe specifies using chilled and chopped canned beets.
How much dressing should I use for the beets?
You should use 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette to toss with the beets.
How much dressing goes on the greens?
The remaining 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette should be drizzled over the bed of mixed baby greens.
How many cups of greens are needed?
The recipe requires 4 cups of mixed baby greens.
How much goat cheese is added to the salad?
One ounce of crumbled goat cheese is used.
What amount of walnuts are required?
Two tablespoons of coarsely chopped and toasted walnuts are needed.
How should I prepare the beets?
The canned beets should be drained and then chopped into bite-sized pieces.
What kind of pepper is used for seasoning?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Can this be served as a main dish?
Yes, it can be served as either a refreshing appetizer or a light main dish.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat the oven and toast the walnuts on a baking sheet.
How do I assemble the salad?
Arrange greens on plates, drizzle with dressing, top with the beet mixture, and sprinkle with walnuts and cheese.
Can I substitute the basil?
Yes, flat-leaf parsley is a suitable substitute for fresh basil.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 primary ingredients used in this recipe.
What texture should the toasted walnuts have?
The walnuts should be crunchy and golden brown after toasting.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, with fresh greens, beets, and nuts, it is tagged as a healthy side dish.
How should I stir the walnuts while toasting?
You should stir the walnuts halfway through the 5-7 minute toasting period.
How should the beets be tossed with the dressing?
Gently combine the beets with herbs, pepper, and dressing to coat them evenly without breaking them.
What size should the beet pieces be?
The beets should be chopped into bite-sized pieces.
Can I add extra garnish?
Yes, you can add additional fresh basil or parsley for garnish if desired.
Does this recipe use oil?
Oil is not added directly, but it is typically a component of the balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
How many plates does this recipe prepare?
The instructions guide you to arrange the salad on two salad plates.