Description
This vibrant Orange Beet Salad with Feta and Pistachios is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for a light lunch or a colorful side. Roasted beets, juicy oranges, creamy feta, and crunchy pistachios are tossed with a tangy balsamic dressing for a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Beets:
- 3 medium beets, roasted and sliced
Orange Segments:
- 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
Feta and Pistachios:
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
Greens:
- 2 cups mixed greens or arugula
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Beets: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wrap each beet in foil and roast for 45–60 minutes until tender. Peel and slice the cooled beets.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: In a bowl, arrange the greens. Top with beets, orange segments, feta, and pistachios. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
Notes
- Golden or red beets can be used.
- Try blood oranges or cara cara oranges for a twist.
- Pre-cooked beets can save time.
- Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
