CRANBERRY AND ROASTED BEET SALAD

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I created this as a healthy, tasty side dish to complement Christmas dinner. This enticing substitute for cranberry relish is excellent with turkey. Even the children loved it! Serve the beet blend alone or on a bed of salad greens. -Brianna St. Clair, Worland, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 medium fresh beets (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons cranberry juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Fresh arugula or spring mix salad greens, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Wrap in foil; place on a baking sheet. Bake until tender, 45-50 minutes. Remove foil; cool completely. Peel beets and cut into 1/2-in. cubes; transfer to a large bowl. Add pear and cranberries., In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, cranberry and orange juices, and salt; drizzle over beet mixture. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before serving. Toss to coat. Top with goat cheese, almonds and parsley. If desired, serve with arugula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Ayaan Cartan
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5 stars! This salad is a winner. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Farzam KILLER
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This salad is a kaleidoscope of flavors and textures. The roasted beets are earthy and sweet, the cranberries are tart and tangy, and the goat cheese is creamy and tangy. All of these elements come together to create a truly memorable dish.


AHMAD ESHAN
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, delicious, and easy on the wallet.


Jayne Sithole
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This salad is so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even holiday dinners.


Widusha Ruwanjana
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Perfect salad for a light lunch or dinner. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit.


charlotte singh
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Not a fan of cranberries, so I used dried cherries instead. Turned out great!


Sk Roy
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I thought the goat cheese was a bit overpowering. Next time I'll try using a milder cheese like feta.


Ranjit Sarkar
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Loved the vibrant colors of this salad! The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, but that's easily adjustable.


Relebohile Lerato
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted beets. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Skyqueendiva
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Roasted beets and goat cheese are a match made in heaven. The cranberries added a nice pop of color and tartness.


Sarah Zaza
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. I used a pre-made vinaigrette dressing to save time and it still turned out great.


Desara Stapp
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this salad changed my mind! The roasting process brought out their natural sweetness and the dressing was the perfect complement. Will definitely make again.


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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet cranberries, earthy roasted beets, and tangy goat cheese was divine. I'll definitely be making this again.