Beetroot and Goat Cheese Salad
A roasted beetroot and arugula salad with creamy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, shallot, and a balanced balsamic dressing.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the beetroot in the baking dish and coat with 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt, and 1 gr black pepper; cover the dish tightly.
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Step 2
Roast until the beetroot can be pierced easily through the center with a knife.
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Step 3
Let the beetroot cool until comfortable to handle, then remove the skins and cut it into bite-size wedges.
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Step 4
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Transfer them from the skillet and let them cool.
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Step 5
Whisk the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil with the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, shallot, remaining ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt, and remaining 1 gr black pepper.
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Step 6
Add the arugula and roasted beetroot wedges to the dressing and toss gently until lightly coated.
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Step 7
Top the salad with the goat cheese and toasted walnuts, then serve promptly.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume within 2 days. Keep the goat cheese chilled until the salad is assembled.
Risk factors
- Hot cookware and steam during roasting
- Perishable goat cheese and dressed greens