Searching for the best recipe for a refreshing and flavorful salad that combines the earthy sweetness of beets, the creamy richness of avocado, and the tangy zest of goat cheese? Look no further! This article will guide you through a culinary journey, showcasing various recipes that artfully blend these ingredients into a delightful dish.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BEET, AVOCADO AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
My new favorite salad. For those of you who are afraid of beets (like I was until just recently!) this is the salad for you to experiment with.... The earthiness of the beets is balanced soooo nicely by the goat cheese, balsamic and honey. Throw in the avocado and dried fruit and what you have is ridiculous deliciousness!!!! So, so, so darn good. *Original recipe adapted from a recipe found on recipegirl. AND....**Cooking time includes time to roast and cool beets.
Provided by hollyfrolly
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Scrub beets to remove all excess dirt and dry with clean cloth. Moderately coat the beets in extra virgin olive oil and wrap individually in foil.
- Roast beets in 350 degree oven for approximately 1 hour.
- While beets are roasting, prepare dressing by combining all ingredients, whisking and setting aside for flavors to meld.
- Toast walnuts in a small pan over medium heat. Remove from heat once toasted (approx. 5 minutes) and set aside to cool.
- Remove beets from oven, remove foil and place in bowl to cool~ approximately 30-45 minutes.
- Rub olive oil into hands and with a pairing knife, peel beets. The juice will stain your hands if you do not continue to rub hands down with oil, or wear gloves.
- Quarter the beets- or if they are large, slice into 1 inch chunks and reserve.
- Prepare salad by combining salad greens of choice, beets and avocado with a small amount of dressing. Continue to add dressing to your liking.
- Plate salads and top with dried fruit (cranberries, cherries or blueberries) and crumble goat cheese on top.
- Savor every single bit of this heavenly bit of delicious-ness. Mmmm-mmm-mmmm!
BEET AND GOAT CHEESE ARUGULA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 42m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with foil. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Whisk the vinegar, shallots, and honey in a medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in the oil. Season the vinaigrette, to taste, with salt and pepper. Toss the beets in a small bowl with enough dressing to coat. Place the beets on the prepared baking sheet and roast until the beets are slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Set aside and cool.
- Toss the arugula, walnuts, and cranberries in a large bowl with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and pepper. Mound the salad atop 4 plates. Arrange the beets around the salad. Sprinkle with the avocado and goat cheese, and serve.
ROASTED BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spread the beets on a baking sheet. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, rosemary and some salt and pepper. Reserve one-quarter of the dressing for the salad and pour the rest over the beets. Roast until the beets are tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
- While the beets are cooking, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Put the flour, eggs and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls. Coat the goat cheese slices first in the flour, then in the egg, then in the breadcrumbs. Fry the slices until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Whisk the mustard and sugar into the reserved dressing, then pour over the greens in a large bowl and toss to coat. Divide the greens among 6 plates, add the beets on top and place 2 fried goat cheese slices on top.
ROASTED BEETROOT & GOAT'S CHEESE SALAD
Tangy balsamic vinegar, sweet beetroot and creamy goat's cheese combine beautifully in this easy vegetarian salad that's sure to impress, containing four of your five-a-day
Provided by Chelsie Collins
Categories Lunch, Main course, Supper
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and put the beetroot in a roasting tin with 1 tbsp oil, 1 tbsp vinegar and plenty of seasoning. Roast for 8-10 mins until sticky. Meanwhile, bring a pan of salted water to the boil, add the green beans, cook for 1 min, then drain. Toss in with the beetroot and roast for a further 5 mins.
- Meanwhile, make the dressing by combining the remaining oil and vinegar in a small bowl, and season well. Put the mixed leaves and cucumber in a bowl and toss together with a little dressing.
- Dip both cheese halves in the chopped walnuts so the tops are covered, then pop in the roasting tin with the beetroot and green beans for a few mins, to soften and toast the nuts.
- Pile the salad onto plates and serve with the remaining dressing drizzled over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Fat 53 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 20 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium
BEET SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE
This is a delicious and easy salad which takes little time and is a great meatless main course. It uses beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts and baby greens. For a main dish salad, add chicken. Feel free to include more of your favorite vegetables too.
Provided by Donna
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Beet Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place beets into a saucepan, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until tender. Drain and cool, then cut in to cubes.
- While the beets are cooking, place the walnuts in a skillet over medium-low heat. Heat until warm and starting to toast, then stir in the maple syrup. Cook and stir until evenly coated, then remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice concentrate, balsamic vinegar and olive oil to make the dressing.
- Place a large helping of baby greens onto each of four salad plates, divide candied walnuts equally and sprinkle over the greens. Place equal amounts of beets over the greens, and top with dabs of goat cheese. Drizzle each plate with some of the dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 107.5 mg, Sugar 20.7 g
Tips:
- To save time, buy pre-cooked beets or use canned beets. You can also roast your own beets at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until tender.
- If you don't have goat cheese, you can substitute feta cheese or blue cheese.
- For a vegan version of this salad, omit the goat cheese and use a plant-based dressing.
- Add some chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch. Walnuts, pecans, and pumpkin seeds are all great options.
- Serve this salad immediately after assembling it, or the avocado will start to brown.
Conclusion:
Beet, avocado, and goat cheese are a delicious and healthy combination that is perfect for a summer salad. This salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this salad is a great option.
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