BERRY-BEET SALAD

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Here's a delightfully different salad that balances the earthy flavor of beets with the natural sweetness of berries. If you prefer, substitute crumbled feta for the goat cheese. -Amy Lyons, Mounds View, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 each fresh red and golden beets
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 teaspoon honey
Dash salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup fresh blackberries
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
1 shallot, thinly sliced
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 ounce fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh basil, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place beets in an 8-in. square baking dish; add 1 in. of water. Cover and bake at 400° for 30-40 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper; set aside. Cool beets; peel and cut into thin slices., In a large bowl, combine the beets, berries, walnuts and shallot. Pour dressing over beet mixture and toss gently to coat. Divide salad greens among 4 serving plates. Top with beet mixture; sprinkle with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Uma's home
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This salad was just okay. I think I would have liked it better with a different dressing.


Tenetri
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I found the beets to be a bit too hard. I think I'll roast them for a little longer next time.


Suriyan Naidoo
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less honey in the dressing.


Bharat Saud
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I loved this salad! The berries and goat cheese really balance out the earthy flavor of the beets.


Kathryn Mott
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This salad is a must-try! It's so unique and flavorful. I love the combination of berries and beets.


Red Rose Monarch Flower
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


ZINDAGI A R
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This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the dressing is perfect.


Sanjay Jimba
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The berries and beets are a perfect combination.


alabi ibadan TV
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This salad is delicious! The beets are roasted perfectly and the goat cheese and walnuts add a nice touch of richness and crunch. The dressing is also really good.


Sami Kayani
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


Andy Platten
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This salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light and refreshing, and the berries and beets are so flavorful. I love that it's also a healthy way to get my daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Dracaena's Dreamland of Pearls
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a total crowd-pleaser! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


Aida Stancu
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This salad is so easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can use fresh berries from my garden. The dressing is also really simple to make and adds a lot of flavor.


Liana Coombs
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this salad converted me! The beets were roasted perfectly and had a lovely caramelized flavor. The goat cheese and walnuts added a nice touch of richness and crunch.


Thomas Jack
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet berries and earthy beets was divine, and the dressing was the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. I'll definitely be making this again.