Description
This vibrant and flavorful Beet Salad Recipe is a delightful combination of tender beets, sweet craisins, crunchy pistachios, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty orange vinaigrette. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal or as a colorful side dish.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 1 1/2 pounds beets, cooked, peeled, and diced
- 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 orange (zest and juice)
- 1/2-1 cup craisins
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2-1 cup pistachios
- 1 cup feta cheese, cubed
- Optional: pomegranate seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beets: Cook, peel, and dice the beets.
- Assemble the Salad: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Boil, roast, or steam beets until tender. Dice into small cubes.
Mix together beets, onion, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, orange zest and juice, craisins, salt, and pepper. Add cilantro, pistachios, and feta. Toss gently.
Top with extra pistachios, craisins, or feta if desired. Serve garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- Beets can be cooked ahead using an Instant Pot or traditional methods.
- Golden beets can be used for a colorful variation.
- Salad can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- If omitting craisins, consider balancing sweetness with a touch of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
