AVOCADO, BEET, AND ORANGE SALAD

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This hearty fall salad is full of flavor and studded with crispy homemade croutons.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small bunch beets (1 lb), trimmed
2 slices rustic bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 avocados, sliced
2 navel oranges, peel and pith removed, segmented
2 cups spinach
1 tablespoon toasted salted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Wrap beets tightly in foil and roast until tender, about 1 hour. Once cool, remove skin and slice.
  • Meanwhile, toss bread pieces with 2 tablespoons oil, season with salt and pepper, and toast until golden, about 6 minutes.
  • Whisk vinegar, orange juice, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over beets, avocados, oranges, spinach, and croutons. Season with salt and pepper. Top with sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 174 g

Komane Masemola
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This salad sounds healthy and refreshing. I'll have to add it to my list of recipes to try.


Ahmad Aminu
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I'm not sure about the combination of avocado, beets, and oranges, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Ulfatfatima Fatima
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This salad looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Fernanda
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I'm definitely going to try this salad next time I have guests over.


Asraful Rifat
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover avocado and beets.


lib Rojas
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Wow! What a refreshing and flavorful salad.


Hassan Mutyaba
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.


Farai Hove
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's packed with vitamins and minerals, and it's also very filling.


Vxrtigo NZ
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I'm not usually a big fan of beets, but I loved them in this salad. They were roasted to perfection and had a slightly caramelized flavor.


SHIHAB VAI IS BACK
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! It's tangy, sweet, and a little bit spicy. It really brings all the flavors together.


Haroon Rashid
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover beets. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation.


Skylar Miles
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad! It's not only delicious, but it's also a feast for the eyes. My friends were all very impressed.


Maira Rajpoot77
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The oranges add a nice citrusy kick, and the beets give it a lovely earthy flavor.


Erin Lottman
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the avocado, beets, and oranges worked together. This salad is definitely a keeper, and I'll be making it again soon.


SK SABIR GAmer
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This salad was a delightful burst of flavors! The sweetness of the oranges and beets complemented the creaminess of the avocado perfectly. What a refreshing and colorful dish.