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Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Walnuts – A Flavorful & Nutritious Delight


  • Author: Mary

Ingredients

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For the Vinaigrette:

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1½ tablespoons minced shallots
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Salad:

 

  • 10 ounces mixed greens
  • ½ pound roasted beets, cut into wedges (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
  • 3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Instructions

 

  1. Prepare the Vinaigrette:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced shallots, salt, and pepper.
    • While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
  2. Assemble the Salad:

    • Place mixed greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with about half of the vinaigrette and toss to coat evenly.
    • Arrange the dressed greens on a serving platter or individual plates.
    • Top the greens with roasted beet wedges, chopped walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese.
  3. Serve:

    • Drizzle the remaining vinaigrette over the assembled salad, or serve it on the side. Enjoy immediately.