Description

This Delicious Golden Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts combines earthy roasted golden beets with peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Enhanced with a simple balsamic vinaigrette, this vibrant and healthy salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors, making it an elegant and satisfying dish suitable for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

4 medium Golden Beets
4 cups Arugula or Mixed Greens
8 ounces Goat Cheese
1 cup Toasted Walnuts

Dressing Ingredients

1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper

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Instructions

Roast the Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, trim, and wrap each beet individually in foil. Roast them for 45 to 60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
Prepare the Beets: Allow the roasted beets to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the skins and slice the beets into thin rounds for layering.
Toast the Walnuts: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts and toast for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and release a fragrant aroma.
Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until the mixture is emulsified and well combined.
Assemble the Salad: In a serving bowl or platter, lay down the arugula or mixed greens as the base layer. Arrange the sliced golden beets on top, then crumble and scatter goat cheese over the salad. Finally, sprinkle the toasted walnuts evenly across the top.
Dress and Serve: Drizzle the prepared balsamic vinaigrette over the assembled salad just before serving to maintain freshness and flavor balance.

Notes

Red beets can be used as a substitute for golden beets but may stain other ingredients.
Spinach can replace arugula or mixed greens for a milder flavor.
Feta cheese may be used as an alternative to goat cheese.
Walnuts can be swapped with pecans or almonds if preferred.
Ensure the dressing is added just before serving to keep the greens crisp.
Investing in high-quality extra virgin olive oil enhances the flavor of the dressing significantly.