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Favorite Beet Salad with Apple Cider Dressing

This beet salad is such a crowd-pleaser! The combination of steamed beets, crunchy red onions, creamy goat cheese, and a sweet and tangy apple cider dressing is addictive. This salad will be a hit at your next party!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 272 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beets
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 heaping tablespoon honey
  • salt and pepper
  • 6 ounces mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans (optional)
  • 2 ounces soft goat cheese (chevre)

Instructions

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  1. To prepare the beets, peel them (if desired) and then cut them into 1-inch chunks for fast cooking. Fill a saucepan with an inch of water, then add a steam basket over that. Place the chopped beets in the steam basket and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan with a lid, lower the heat to a simmer, and steam the beets until they are easily pierced with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. The smaller you cut the beets, the faster they will cook.
  2. While the beets are cooking, prepare the dressing. In a 12 ounce mason jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Secure the lid on the jar, then shake vigourously until the dressing looks smooth and uniform. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning to taste, adding a little more honey if desired.
  3. When the beets are tender, set them aside to cool. When you're ready to serve the salad, start with a bed of leafy greens and then add the beets, chopped red onion, crumbled goat cheese, and pecans if using. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss to coat well. Serve right away.
  4. Leftover dressing, beets, and greens can be stored separately in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. The greens will be soggy if you store them with the beets or dressing, so make sure to keep them dry.

Nutrition Information

Calories 272kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 256mg (11%) Potassium 839mg (24%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 17g (34%) Vitamin A 704IU (14%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 66mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272

% Daily Value*

Calories 272kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 256mg 11%
Potassium 839mg 18%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 17g 34%
Vitamin A 704IU 14%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 66mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.