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Best Beet Salad with Arugula

Best Beet Salad with Arugula: A Colorful, Healthy Delight

This Best Beet Salad with Arugula is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines sweet beets, peppery arugula, and crunchy pecans in a delightful combination.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 medium Beets golden or red beets
  • 4 cups Arugula can substitute with spinach
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup Pecans can substitute with walnuts
Candied Pecans
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup can use agave nectar as vegan substitute
Dressing Ingredients
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil can use avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar can use apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard can substitute with whole grain mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground is best
  • to taste Sea Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • bowl
  • Foil
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and trim the beets, then wrap each beet in foil, drizzle with olive oil, and roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes.
  2. Toast the pecans in a skillet for 3-4 minutes, add maple syrup, cook until coated, then cool on parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper and sea salt in a bowl.
  4. Layer arugula in a salad bowl, add beets, candied pecans, and feta cheese, then drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  5. Serve immediately or store components separately for up to 5 days, assembling just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store salad components separately and combine just before serving. Customize by adding your choice of protein or different nuts to suit your taste.

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