ROASTED BEET, SPINACH & WALNUT SALAD

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Make and share this Roasted Beet, Spinach & Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 tablespoons olive oil
4 beets (about 1 pound)
1 large onion, cut in half
1/2 cup walnut pieces
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper
2 cups spinach, washed
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or 1/2 cup gorgonzola

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400F degrees.
  • Lightly brush a roasting pan or cookie sheet with 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil.
  • Place the beets and onion in the pan and roast in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
  • Add the walnuts to the roasting pan for the last 5 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the remaining 4 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil with the balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until well blended.
  • Peel the beets and onion, slice and add to the bowl with the toasted walnuts.
  • Add the spinach and toss together.
  • Transfer the salad to serving plates and sprinkle with the blue cheese.

Op Boy
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This salad is delicious and healthy. I love the combination of roasted beets, spinach, and walnuts.


Denise Maese
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect salad to serve at a party or potluck.


Dulal islam
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lee Game
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I loved this salad. The roasted beets were so sweet and tender.


Emmanuel Armah
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Vanisha Nakagolo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted beets. It's also a great make-ahead salad, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Ekejiuba Nicholas
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I wasn't sure how I would like this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The roasted beets were amazing and the dressing was perfect.


Djfunnybunny _pro
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This salad is so healthy and refreshing. I love the combination of roasted beets and spinach.


Harley Qween
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


AdibaMahjabeen _3093_30
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The roasted beets were perfectly tender and flavorful, and the spinach and walnuts added a nice crunch. The dressing was also delicious and tangy.