BEET, AVOCADO AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
My new favorite salad. For those of you who are afraid of beets (like I was until just recently!) this is the salad for you to experiment with.... The earthiness of the beets is balanced soooo nicely by the goat cheese, balsamic and honey. Throw in the avocado and dried fruit and what you have is ridiculous deliciousness!!!! So, so, so darn good. *Original recipe adapted from a recipe found on recipegirl. AND....**Cooking time includes time to roast and cool beets.
Provided by hollyfrolly
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Scrub beets to remove all excess dirt and dry with clean cloth. Moderately coat the beets in extra virgin olive oil and wrap individually in foil.
- Roast beets in 350 degree oven for approximately 1 hour.
- While beets are roasting, prepare dressing by combining all ingredients, whisking and setting aside for flavors to meld.
- Toast walnuts in a small pan over medium heat. Remove from heat once toasted (approx. 5 minutes) and set aside to cool.
- Remove beets from oven, remove foil and place in bowl to cool~ approximately 30-45 minutes.
- Rub olive oil into hands and with a pairing knife, peel beets. The juice will stain your hands if you do not continue to rub hands down with oil, or wear gloves.
- Quarter the beets- or if they are large, slice into 1 inch chunks and reserve.
- Prepare salad by combining salad greens of choice, beets and avocado with a small amount of dressing. Continue to add dressing to your liking.
- Plate salads and top with dried fruit (cranberries, cherries or blueberries) and crumble goat cheese on top.
- Savor every single bit of this heavenly bit of delicious-ness. Mmmm-mmm-mmmm!
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Hayley Maroon
[email protected]This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Antaz Ali
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The beets and avocado are a perfect match.
Aakash Bhatti
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover beets. I always have a few beets in my fridge and this is a great way to use them up.
Suzzy Chita
[email protected]I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so unique and flavorful.
Kursat Ozturk
[email protected]This salad is so versatile. I've added grilled chicken, salmon, and even shrimp to it. It's always delicious.
United
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great make-ahead salad because the flavors meld together even better after a few hours.
Dilawar Bukharioffcial
[email protected]This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!
doljinsuren baagii
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The sweetness of the beets was balanced out by the tanginess of the goat cheese and the creaminess of the avocado.
Bossladymoney Shaw
[email protected]This salad is so healthy and refreshing. It's the perfect way to get my daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Franny Parlow
[email protected]I love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and eye-catching.
Monjurul Hossain
[email protected]This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Amudivhaho Ramalivha
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Asma Baby
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The beets were earthy and sweet, the avocado was creamy and rich, and the goat cheese added a tangy bite. I also loved the crunchy walnuts and the fresh her