Kale Beet Salad Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
503 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
North American
Kale Beet Salad Recipe
Description
The Kale Beet Salad Recipe brings together roasted beets and toasted walnut halves glazed with maple syrup, offering a sweet and earthy base. Curly kale torn into bite-sized pieces adds a chewy, robust green component. The dressing combines apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, and olive oil, creating a balanced acidity with subtle sweetness and sharpness.
Beets are cooked until tender by roasting at 425°F covered in olive oil, while walnuts are briefly toasted in a pan with maple syrup and seasoning to develop a glossy, crisp coating. The salad ingredients and dressing are combined to meld flavors and textures, with the option to include creamy goat cheese or avocado for added richness.
This salad offers a medley of textures from crunchy nuts, soft roasted beets, and crisp kale leaves, well-coated by a tangy-sweet dressing, making it a good accompaniment to a variety of main courses or as a filling vegetarian option. The salad's components allow for some customization depending on dietary preferences and add-ins.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb beet peeled and quartered - or cut into bite-sized pieces if you're using large beets
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup walnut halves
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper fresh cracked
- 4 curly kale washed and torn into bite sized pieces, packed cups
- goat cheese a diced avocado makes a great alternative to creamy cheeses in salads!, optional, ¼ cup, or Boursin cheese
The Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey use maple syrup for vegan
- 1 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic grated on a Microplane or very finely minced
- sea salt a pinch
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the beets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle the oil over top. Use your hands to toss them in the oil. Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until they can be pierced with a fork.
- While the beets are roasting prepare the rest of the salad. Add the walnut halves to a small frying pan over medium heat. Let them cook until they are fragrant and start to brown in places, shaking the pan frequently. Pour over the maple syrup and sprinkle with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper. Let them cook, stirring constantly, until the maple syrup has almost evaporated, about 1 minute. Remove the walnuts from the pan and place them on a piece of parchment paper, separating them from each other as much as possible.
- To make the dressing, combine all the ingredients EXCEPT the oil in a medium-sized bowl. Slowly add the oil in a thin steady stream while whisking the dressing constantly. If the oil starts to build up at all stop pouring it and whisk the dressing vigorously. It will take you about 1 minute to whisk in the oil. Taste the dressing and season it with extra salt, to taste.
- Add the kale, candied walnuts, and, if using, the cheese or avocado to a large bowl. When the beets come out of the oven let them cool slightly then add them to the bowl too. Pour the dressing over top and toss well so that everything is coated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 503 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 503kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16g | 94% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Sodium | 314mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 1064mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 6756IU | 135% |
| Vitamin C | 89mg | 99% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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