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Earthy roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy candied walnuts tossed with fresh arugula. A simple yet elegant salad with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette that's perfect for any occasion.
Roast the Beets
Candy the Walnuts
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Earthy roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy candied walnuts tossed with fresh arugula. A simple yet elegant salad with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette that's perfect for any occasion.
This american recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 447.17 calories per serving with 10.58g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Prepare the Balsamic Vinaigrette
Assemble the Salad
Add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or lentils to make it a more substantial main course.
Substitute walnuts with candied pecans, toasted pistachios, or slivered almonds.
If you're not a fan of goat cheese, try using crumbled feta, blue cheese, or shaved Parmesan.
Use baby spinach, mixed greens, or kale instead of arugula for a different flavor and texture.
Add sliced pear, apple, or orange segments for a touch of fresh sweetness.
Beets are rich in betalains and arugula contains vitamin C and other compounds that act as antioxidants, helping to protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals.
The combination of monounsaturated fats from olive oil, omega-3 fatty acids from walnuts, and nitrates from beets can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
With significant fiber from beets, arugula, and walnuts, this salad aids in digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
The healthy fats in walnuts and olive oil are crucial for brain health, while the nitrates in beets may improve blood flow to the brain, enhancing cognitive function.
One serving of this salad contains approximately 450-500 calories, depending on the exact ingredient portions. It's a nutrient-dense meal with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
Yes, it is very healthy. Beets are packed with vitamins and minerals, arugula is a nutrient-rich green, walnuts provide omega-3 fatty acids, and olive oil offers monounsaturated fats. It's a well-balanced salad that's both delicious and nutritious.
Absolutely! To save time, you can use pre-cooked, vacuum-packed beets from the grocery store. Simply cube them and add them to the salad. The flavor of freshly roasted beets is generally preferred, but pre-cooked is a great shortcut.
It's best to store the components separately to maintain freshness. Keep the roasted beets, candied walnuts, and vinaigrette in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the salad just before eating.
Yes, you can easily make this salad vegan. Replace the goat cheese with a plant-based feta or a creamy nut-based cheese. Use maple syrup instead of honey in the vinaigrette, and use a vegan butter or coconut oil for candying the walnuts.