Best 5 Beet And Blood Orange Salad Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey where vibrant colors and refreshing flavors dance on your palate. Discover the delightful Beet and Blood Orange Salad, a symphony of sweet, tangy, and earthy notes. This salad is an ode to the season's bounty, showcasing the vibrant hues of beets and the citrusy zest of blood oranges. With variations ranging from a classic vinaigrette dressing to a creamy goat cheese mousse, this recipe collection offers a delightful array of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the diverse world of beet and blood orange salads.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Beet and Blood Orange Salad:** Experience the timeless combination of roasted beets, blood oranges, arugula, and a tangy vinaigrette. This classic salad embodies simplicity and elegance, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through.

2. **Beet and Blood Orange Salad with Goat Cheese Mousse:** Indulge in a luxurious twist on the classic salad with a creamy goat cheese mousse. The tangy goat cheese perfectly complements the sweetness of the beets and blood oranges, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

3. **Roasted Beet and Blood Orange Salad with Candied Walnuts:** Elevate your salad game with the addition of roasted beets and candied walnuts. The caramelized walnuts add a delightful crunch and sweetness, while the roasted beets bring depth and earthy flavors to the dish.

4. **Beet and Blood Orange Salad with Feta and Mint:** Embark on a Mediterranean adventure with a salad featuring feta cheese and fresh mint. The salty feta and refreshing mint add a touch of complexity, transforming this salad into a delightful fusion of flavors.

5. **Beet and Blood Orange Salad with Quinoa and Pistachios:** Discover a hearty and nutritious salad packed with quinoa, pistachios, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. This salad is a perfect meal-prep option, providing a satisfying balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

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BLOOD ORANGE, BEET, AND FENNEL SALAD



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Our fresh take on the classic Moroccan salad pairs shaved fennel and red onion with assorted beets and oranges for color contrast.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Fruit     Appetizer     Roast     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Lunch     Orange     Fennel     Root Vegetable     Beet     Winter     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium red beets, tops trimmed
2 medium golden beets, tops trimmed
3 blood oranges
1 medium navel orange (preferably Cara Cara)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 small fennel bulb, very thinly sliced crosswise on a mandoline
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (about 1/3 cup)
Good-quality extra-virgin olive, pumpkin seed, or walnut oil (for drizzling)
Coarse sea salt, such as fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro and/or chervil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Wash beets, leaving some water on skins. Wrap individually in foil; place on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, about 1 hour. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from all oranges; discard. Working over a medium bowl, cut between membranes of 2 blood oranges to release segments into bowl; squeeze juice from membranes into bowl and discard membranes. Slice remaining blood orange and Cara Cara orange crosswise into thin rounds. Place sliced oranges in bowl with the segments. Add lemon juice and lime juice.
  • Peel cooled beets. Slice 2 beets crosswise into thin rounds. Cut remaining 2 beets into wedges. Strain citrus juices; reserve. Layer beets and oranges on plates, dividing evenly. Arrange fennel and onion over beets. Spoon reserved citrus juices over, then drizzle salad generously with oil. Season to taste with coarse sea salt and pepper. Let salad stand for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish salad with cilantro leaves.

BEET-AND-BLOOD ORANGE SALAD WITH MINT



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Make and share this Beet-And-Blood Orange Salad With Mint recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Oranges

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs golden beets, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 10 medium beets)
8 blood oranges
1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup coarsely chopped mint
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
1 teaspoon honey
1/8 teaspoon sumac, plus more for sprinkling (see Note)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
salt
freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces feta, crumbled (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Spread the beets in a large steamer basket and steam until tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer the beets to a bowl and let cool completely.
  • Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, removing all of the bitter white pith. Quarter the oranges lengthwise, then slice crosswise 1/3 inch thick. Add the oranges to the beets along with the parsley and mint.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice with the vinegar, shallot, honey and 1/8 teaspoon of sumac. Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Add the feta and toss again. Sprinkle the salad with sumac and serve.
  • Note 1: The beets can be steamed one day in advance and refrigerated.
  • Note 2: Sumac powder can be purchased at Middle Eastern markets or specialty-food stores.

BEET, BLOOD ORANGE AND MINT SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 10

Golden Beets(about 10)
Blood Oranges (8)
Flat Leaf Parsley
Lemons
champagne Vinegar
Shallot
Honey
Olive Oil
Goat Cheese
Mint

Steps:

  • roast beets until tender, remove oranges from peel and slice. Combine dressing together and toss and sprinkle goat cheese

BLOOD ORANGE, BEET AND FENNEL SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients
2 medium red beets, tops trimmed
2 medium golden beets, tops trimmed
3 blood oranges
1 medium navel orange (preferably Cara Cara)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 small fennel bulb, very thinly sliced crosswise on a mandoline
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (about 1/3 cup)
Good-quality extra-virgin olive, pumpkin seed, or walnut oil (for drizzling)
Coarse sea salt, such as fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro and/or chervil leaves

Steps:

  • Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Wash beets, leaving some water on skins. Wrap individually in foil; place on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, about 1 hour. Let cool. Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from all oranges; discard. Working over a medium bowl, cut between membranes of 2 blood oranges to release segments into bowl; squeeze juice from membranes into bowl and discard membranes. Slice remaining blood orange and Cara Cara orange crosswise into thin rounds. Place sliced oranges in bowl with the segments. Add lemon juice and lime juice. Peel cooled beets. Slice 2 beets crosswise into thin rounds. Cut remaining 2 beets into wedges. Strain citrus juices; reserve. Layer beets and oranges on plates, dividing evenly. Arrange fennel and onion over beets. Spoon reserved citrus juices over, then drizzle salad generously with oil. Season to taste with coarse sea salt and pepper. Let salad stand for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish salad with cilantro leaves.

BEET AND BLOOD ORANGE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 red beets, each about 3 ounces
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 strips lemon peel
4 sprigs fresh thyme
6 ounces ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch Maldon or other sea salt
2 tablespoons toasted fennel seed
2 tablespoons chopped dehydrated black olives, or Kalamata or Gaeta olives
3 blood oranges, peel and pith removed, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/4 cup toasted pistachios
2-3 tablespoons good-quality balsamic vinegar
Micro basil, for serving
Arugula or other edible flowers, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet pan with aluminum foil. Put the beets in a bowl with the olive oil, brown sugar and some salt and pepper and toss to coat. Spread the beets on the baking sheet, scatter the lemon peel and thyme around them and roast until a toothpick inserted into the beets meets just a little resistance in the middle, about 1 hour. Cool, peel and slice the beets 1/4-inch thick.
  • Meanwhile, drain the ricotta in a colander for about 10 minutes, then add it to a food processor along with the buttermilk, parsley, chives and some salt and pepper. Whip until fluffy; taste and re-season if necessary.
  • Toss the sliced beets, lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil and some Maldon in a medium bowl. Lay the beets on a platter. Scatter the fennels seeds and black olives on top. Then lay the blood oranges over the beets and sprinkle with the pistachios. Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar over the top. Dollop the ricotta mixture around the beets. Top with the micro basil and arugula flowers and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe beets. Look for beets that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid beets that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Roast the beets before using them in the salad. Roasting brings out the sweetness of the beets and makes them more tender.
  • Use a variety of citrus fruits in the salad. Blood oranges, grapefruit, and lemons all work well.
  • Add some nuts or seeds to the salad for extra crunch. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
  • Dress the salad with a simple vinaigrette. A vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, and honey is a good option.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Beet and blood orange salad is best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

Beet and blood orange salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweetness of the beets and the tartness of the citrus fruits complement each other perfectly. This salad is also very healthy, as it is packed with vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a new and exciting salad to try, beet and blood orange salad is a great option.

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