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Beet Salad with Spinach

Beet Salad with Spinach: A Colorful Burst of Freshness

This Beet Salad with Spinach is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Beets Roasted or pre-cooked
  • 6 cups Spinach Fresh, leafy base
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges Drained, fresh preferred
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Toasted
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the beets and wrap each in aluminum foil. Roast for 45 to 60 minutes until tender. Let cool, then peel and dice.
  2. In a large bowl, add spinach and toss in the diced roasted beets, mandarin oranges, and sliced red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Top with toasted pine nuts and crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, add dressing just before serving to maintain freshness. Substitute pine nuts with sunflower seeds if necessary.

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