Best 4 Roasted Beet And Winter Squash Salad With Walnuts Recipes

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Feast your eyes on a vibrant and flavorful Roasted Beet and Winter Squash Salad with Walnuts, a culinary masterpiece that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets and squash with the nutty crunch of walnuts, all tossed in a tangy and aromatic dressing. This salad is not just a feast for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant colors and textures that make it a centerpiece-worthy dish. Alongside this delightful salad, the article unveils two additional gems: a Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, a velvety and comforting soup that captures the essence of fall flavors, and a Roasted Vegetable Medley, a symphony of roasted vegetables that showcases the natural goodness of seasonal produce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the bounty of autumn's harvest with these three stunning recipes.

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ROASTED GOLDEN BEET AND WINTER SQUASH SALAD



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Golden beets are more savory and earthy than their sugary ruby counterparts and fare better alongside the caramelized roasted winter squash in this many-textured salad. But red beets will work, too, if you don't mind a slightly sweeter dish over all. If you can't find delicata squash, other varieties, such as sweet dumpling (shown here), honey nut or acorn squash, make fine substitutes.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 medium golden beets, peeled and sliced into 1-inch-thick wedges
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 1/4 teaspoons fine sea salt, more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more as needed
1 bay leaf, preferably fresh
3 sprigs thyme
1 bunch radishes, trimmed and halved if large
1 large delicata squash (1 to 1 1/4 pounds), halved, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch slices, or substitute sweet dumpling or another winter variety
1/2 cup cilantro or mint leaves
2 scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced
1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
1 medium head frisée, torn into bite-size pieces (3 to 4 cups), or substitute arugula
Shaved Pecorino Toscano, manchego or Parmesan, for serving
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 clove garlic, grated on a Microplane or minced
2 anchovies, minced (optional)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss together beets, 2 tablespoons oil, orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, bay leaf and thyme. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, toss radishes with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper. Flip beets and scatter radishes around them. Raise the oven temperature to 425 degrees and roast uncovered until everything is golden and tender, 18 to 25 minutes longer, stirring once or twice.
  • Meanwhile, on a separate rimmed baking sheet, toss squash with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Roast in oven along with beets and radishes, until browned, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through.
  • Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, garlic, anchovies and salt. Let sit for a minute, then whisk in oil.
  • As warm vegetables come out of the oven, toss them in the bowl with the dressing and let cool. Once cool, fold in cilantro, scallions and pumpkin seeds.
  • In a medium bowl, toss frisée with olive oil and salt to taste, then transfer to serving plate. Top with roasted vegetables, and cover generously with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 419, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 716 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED BEET AND WINTER SQUASH SALAD WITH WALNUTS



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The colors of the vegetables were the inspiration behind this beautiful salad. You may be fooled into thinking the orange vegetables next to the dark beets are sliced golden beets, but they are slices of roasted kabocha squash.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds kabocha or butternut squash
1 bunch beets, with greens
2 tablespoons red wine or sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced or put through a press
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts (about 1 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, mint, tarragon, chives

Steps:

  • Roast the beets. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cut the greens off of the beets, leaving about 1/2 inch of the stems attached. Scrub the beets and place in a baking dish or ovenproof casserole. Add about 1/4 inch water to the dish. Cover tightly with a lid or foil, and bake 35 to 40 minutes, until the beets are tender. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. If not using right away, refrigerate in a covered bowl
  • Line another roasting pan with foil or parchment and brush with olive oil. Peel the squash and cut in 1/2-inch thick slices. Toss with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil and salt to taste and place on the baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until lightly browned and tender. You can do this at the same time that you roast the beets, but watch carefully if you need to put the baking sheet on a lower shelf. Remove from the heat and allow to cool
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil while you stem and wash the greens. Add salt to the water, and blanch the greens for 1 minute or until tender. Transfer the greens to a bowl of cold water, then drain and squeeze out the water. Chop coarsely
  • Mix together the vinegars, garlic, salt, pepper, the remaining olive oil and the walnut oil. When the beets are cool enough to handle, trim the ends off, slip off their skins, cut in half, then slice into half-moon shapes. Toss with half the salad dressing. In a separate bowl, toss the roasted squash with the remaining dressing
  • Place the greens on a platter, leaving a space in the middle. Arrange the beets and squash in alternating rows in the middle of the platter. Sprinkle on the fresh herbs and the walnuts. If desired, sprinkle on crumbled feta. Serve

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 594 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

ROASTED BEET SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 red chiogga beets, tops removed
6 yellow chiogga beets, tops removed
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons cracked black pepper, or to taste
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups walnut pieces
2 shallots, diced
3 tablespoons thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • In a roasting pan, toss the beets with the salt, pepper, 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Cover with foil and roast for 1 hour.
  • Remove the beets from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Using several paper towels and with rubber gloves, peel the skins off the beets, keeping the yellow and red beets separate. Cube the red beets on a cutting board lined with parchment paper into 1/2-inch pieces. Put into a bowl and set aside. Repeat with the yellow beets and put into a separate bowl.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water, sugar and walnuts to a boil over medium heat. Drain the walnuts and put them on a sheet pan lined with lightly greased parchment. Bake in the oven until well toasted, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Divide the shallots and thyme between the red and yellow beets.
  • Season each set of beets with sherry vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Arrange the beets on a large serving platter keeping the beets separate for presentation. Top with crumbled goat cheese and candied walnuts.

SALAD OF WINTER GREENS, WALNUTS, ROASTED BEETS AND GOAT CHEESE



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Nut     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Orange     Walnut     Beet     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Dressing
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Salad
4 (2- to 3-inch-diameter) beets, unpeeled, scrubbed, all but 1 inch of tops removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (4.5-ounce) bag baby lettuces with frisée
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
4 ounces chilled soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), coarsely crumbled
Thin strips of orange peel

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk all ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. for salad: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss beets with 1 tablespoon oil in 11x7-inch metal baking pan. Roast beets until tender, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Cool beets; peel and cut into 1/2-inch wedges. (Dressing and beets can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring both to room temperature before continuing.)
  • Mix lettuces, walnuts and dressing in large bowl; toss. Divide among plates. Arrange beets around greens; sprinkle with goat cheese and orange peel.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beets: Look for small to medium-sized beets with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid beets that are too large, as they may be woody.
  • Roast the beets properly: To ensure that the beets are cooked evenly, toss them in olive oil and salt before roasting. Roast them at a high temperature (400°F) for about 45 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Use a variety of winter squashes: This recipe is a great way to use up different types of winter squashes, such as butternut squash, acorn squash, and delicata squash. Choose squashes that are firm and have a deep color.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When roasting the squash, make sure to spread it out in a single layer on a baking sheet. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the squash from roasting evenly.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Conclusion:

This roasted beet and winter squash salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The roasted beets and squash are tossed with a tangy dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. The salad is then topped with walnuts and crumbled goat cheese for a crunchy and creamy texture. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish.

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