Roasted Beet Salad

5 from 1 vote

This Roasted Beet Salad with feta is made with beets that are roasted to perfection and tossed with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette that is both enticing and perfect for any easy brunch, lunch, or dinner. Tossed with toasted pine nuts and fresh thyme, you'll love this well-rounded beet recipe!

Prep Time10

Cook Time55

Total Time1 5

Course: Appetizer, Gluten-Free, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian

Servings: people

Author: Rena

Ingredients

2 pounds beets fresh and medium, scrubbed and thoroughly washed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts
4.5 ounces feta cubed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons thyme or oregano, chopped

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F.
To prepare the beets: (Wear plastic gloves to avoid getting your hands colored!)
Cut and discard the tops and bottoms of the beets. Place in a baking dish and rub with a generous pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil on all sides.
Tightly cover the dish with aluminum foil, then bake at 450F for 45-55 min, or until fork tender. Set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts. Place them in a clean pan and set over medium-low heat. Shake the pan continuously, until the nuts are fragrant and golden brown, about 2 minutes. Once the nuts are done, immediately transfer to a small bowl, to avoid overcooking the nuts.
Use a sharp pairing knife to lightly peel the roasted beets, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Place into a salad bowl.
Add in the cubed feta, pine nuts, remaining olive oil, vinegar, and fresh herbs. Gently toss to combine, Taste and adjust the seasoning.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days.
If you don't like feta cheese try blue cheese or cotija cheese
Be sure to use fresh herbs for the ultimate flavor.
Don't forget the plastic gloves if you don't want the beets to stain your hands! Also, be sure to protect any countertops.
You can prepare this roasted beet salad in advance if you would prefer. Just be sure to store it in the refrigerator.
When choosing the beets, be sure to pick any that are similar in size so each of them is prepared in the same amount of time.
Firm beets are what you want to use for this recipe. Avoid beets that are too soft.
Since the beets are being roasted with the skin on, then be sure to scrub the beets really well prior to roasting.

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