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Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Earthy roasted beets meet creamy goat cheese, crunchy almonds, and peppery arugula in this vibrant salad, all tied together by a zesty orange vinaigrette. It's a nutrient-packed, colorful stunner that's perfect for any meal and celebrates seasonal flavors with effortless elegance.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • FOR THE SALAD:
  • 6 medium beets (1.5 lbs), trimmed
  • 5 oz arugula
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • FOR THE ORANGE VINAIGRETTE:
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Jar for shaking vinaigrette

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap beets in foil and roast 50-60 minutes until tender. Cool, peel, and wedge. This caramelizes natural sugars for deep flavor; test with a knife for doneness.
  2. Step 2: Toast almonds at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until golden. Meanwhile, shake vinaigrette ingredients in a jar until emulsified—bright citrus cuts beet earthiness perfectly.
  3. Step 3: Toss arugula lightly with 2 tbsp vinaigrette. Layer on platter with beets, cheese, and almonds; drizzle rest. Serve immediately for crisp perfection.

Nutrition

Calories: 290 | Carbohydrates: 22 | Protein: 10 | Fat: 21 | Fiber: 5 | Sugar: 12

Notes

STORAGE: Store undressed components in fridge up to 4 days. Reheat beets gently if needed; don't freeze assembled salad.
MAKE AHEAD: Roast beets 3 days ahead, chill covered.
SUBSTITUTIONS: Vegan? Use tofu for cheese. No almonds? Pepitas work.
PRO TIPS: Rub beets under water post-roast for easy peeling. Emulsify vinaigrette well to prevent oil separation. Use golden beets to avoid purple stains.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Pair with grilled chicken or as a light lunch. Platter family-style with extra zest for wow factor.
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