Description
Roasted Beet and Feta Salad combines the deep, earthy sweetness of caramelized beets with the sharp, salty tang of premium feta cheese, offering a vibrant meal that is efficient, nutrient-dense, and practically foolproof.
Ingredients
4–5 medium Fresh Beets
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup Feta Cheese (Crumbled)
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
1/4 cup Walnuts or Pistachios
3 cups Fresh Arugula or Spinach
Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
- Scrub the beets thoroughly under cold water. Trim the tops and bottoms, then wrap them individually in foil or dice them into 1-inch cubes
- If dicing, toss the beets with 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a pinch of salt, then spread them in a single layer. Roast for 35-45 minutes until fork-tender
- Let the beets cool slightly, then peel them. Dice into bite-sized pieces
- In a small glass jar, combine the remaining Extra Virgin Olive Oil, balsamic vinegar, Maple Syrup, salt, and pepper. Shake until emulsified
- Place your bed of greens in a large bowl. Add the beets on top, sprinkle with crumbled feta and nuts
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently
Notes
Consistency in dicing is key to ensure even cooking.
Dress the salad right before serving to prevent wilting.
To avoid staining, use gloves or olive oil on hands when handling beets.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg