Description
Beet and Orange Salad with Creamy Feta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances earthy roasted beets, sweet juicy oranges, and creamy feta cheese. This salad is ideal for summer picnics or as a light dinner option, making it a delightful addition to any meal. With its stunning colors and unique flavor profile, it’s sure to impress family and friends while providing numerous health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh beets
- 2 large navel oranges
- 1 cup crumbled creamy feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and roast on a baking tray for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- While beets roast, peel and segment the oranges; set aside in a bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Once cooled, peel the roasted beets and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Combine with orange segments in a serving bowl.
- Pour dressing over the beet and orange mixture, add feta cheese and mint leaves, then gently toss to coat.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg