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Healthy Roasted Beet Salad

A vibrant salad with sweet roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 4 medium fresh beets trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 0.5 cup goat cheese crumbled
  • 0.33 cup walnuts toasted
Balsamic Dressing
  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wrap beets in foil, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roast 40–50 minutes until tender. Cool, peel, and slice.
  4. Toast walnuts in a skillet until fragrant.
  5. Whisk dressing ingredients together.
  6. Layer arugula, beets, goat cheese, and walnuts.
  7. Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

Add protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas to make it a full meal.