BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium beets, about 1 1/2 pounds
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, more as necessary
4 to 6 cups mesclun or other greens, trimmed, washed and dried
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons sherry or balsamic vinegar, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried
8 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

  • Peel, rinse, and quarter or slice beets. Place in a small saucepan with 1/2 cup water and the olive oil. Cook at a moderate boil, covered, until beets are tender, about 20 minutes. Add more water if pan dries out during cooking. When beets are done, uncover, raise heat to high, and cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup, then cool.
  • Arrange greens on a platter. If beets are quartered, cut into small chunks. Combine cooking liquid of beets with salt, pepper, vinegar and tarragon. Taste, and add a little more olive oil or vinegar if necessary: mixture should be sharp.
  • Put beets on greens and cheese on top, or alternate cheese and beets. Drizzle dressing over all, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 669 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

Bikram Tmg
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


DarkSkinDassa
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This salad is a great make-ahead option. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


Faizan Ahmmad
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors all worked really well together.


Robert Pressley
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


Maqbool Yaqoob
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I've never been a fan of beets, but this salad changed my mind. The beets are roasted perfectly and the goat cheese is so creamy and flavorful.


Ajoke O your
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This salad is delicious! I especially love the combination of the beets and the goat cheese.


Diana Ajak
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less balsamic vinegar.


Salma Bachou
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious and satisfying dish.


Anijah Howard
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beets. I usually roast a bunch of beets on the weekend and then use them in salads throughout the week.


M Khan S
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch at home.


Kent Tompkins
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I'm not a huge fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The goat cheese and walnuts really helped to balance out the sweetness of the beets.


Albert Frederic
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tart. The goat cheese adds a nice creaminess and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Md rasid Maji
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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors were a bit too strong for my taste.


Adetunji Onitiri
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This salad is amazing! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's definitely going to be a regular in my meal rotation.


Jonathan senoga
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Meh.


Alastair Martin
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This salad was a disappointment. The beets were undercooked and the goat cheese was too tangy. I won't be making this again.


Jasmine Morson
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add a little extra goat cheese because I love it so much.


MD sabbir Ctg
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Sophie Dixon
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This salad is a delicious and refreshing combination of flavors. The sweetness of the beets pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the goat cheese and the crunchiness of the walnuts. I also love the addition of the balsamic vinegar, which adds a nice