Best 8 Cranberry And Roasted Beet Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight, where flavors dance in harmony and textures create a symphony of tastes. Today, we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for "Cranberry and Roasted Beet Salad," a dish that combines the tart sweetness of cranberries with the earthy goodness of roasted beets. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we explore a variety of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic salad. From simple and straightforward preparations to more elaborate creations, we'll guide you through the process of selecting the freshest ingredients, roasting beets to perfection, and crafting a dressing that elevates the flavors of this vibrant salad. So, let's dive right in and find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings and leave you craving more!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY AND ROASTED BEET SALAD



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I created this as a healthy, tasty side dish to complement Christmas dinner. This enticing substitute for cranberry relish is excellent with turkey. Even the children loved it! Serve the beet blend alone or on a bed of salad greens. -Brianna St. Clair, Worland, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 medium fresh beets (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons cranberry juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Fresh arugula or spring mix salad greens, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Wrap in foil; place on a baking sheet. Bake until tender, 45-50 minutes. Remove foil; cool completely. Peel beets and cut into 1/2-in. cubes; transfer to a large bowl. Add pear and cranberries., In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, cranberry and orange juices, and salt; drizzle over beet mixture. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before serving. Toss to coat. Top with goat cheese, almonds and parsley. If desired, serve with arugula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges

ROASTED BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds beets, peeled and cut into wedges
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Three 4-ounce goat cheese logs, cut into 12 slices
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Pinch sugar
12 cups mixed greens

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.

CRANBERRY SALAD



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     side-dish

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

One 10-ounce bag fresh whole cranberries (about 3 cups)
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups miniature marshmallows
One 20-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Pulse the cranberries in a food processor until fine and no large pieces remain. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and stir in the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • Drain any accumulated juices from the cranberries and reserve for another use, and then stir in the marshmallows and drained pineapple and set aside.
  • Whip the heavy cream in a large mixing bowl until it begins to thicken, about 1 minute, and then beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture, one third at a time, until fully incorporated. Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch baking dish.
  • Refrigerate or freeze for about 2 hours. Right before serving, garnish with the pomegranate seeds.

CUCUMBER, CRANBERRY-BEAN, AND BEET SALAD IN CUCUMBER BOATS



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Tossed with bacon, yogurt, and curry powder, this combination of cucumbers, beets, and cranberry beans is a real treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 garlic cloves
4 sprigs mint, plus 2 tablespoons thinly sliced leaves
1/2 white onion
3 half-inch thick slices ginger
1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
3 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound fresh cranberry beans, shelled
4 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, or water
2 beets, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
4 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for seasoning
5 large kirby cucumbers
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Place garlic, mint sprigs, onion, ginger, and peppercorns on an 8-inch square of cheesecloth. Gather into a bundle, and secure with kitchen twine. Set aside.
  • Prepare an ice bath; set aside. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat; add bacon. Cook until it is crisp, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate; let drain. Pour off excess fat from pan, and discard.
  • In same saucepan, combine beans, cheesecloth bundle, and chicken stock; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes. Add beets; continue cooking until beans and beets are tender, about 15 minutes. Add 2 teaspoons salt, and remove and discard cheesecloth bundle. Transfer mixture, with the liquid, to a large bowl set over the ice bath to chill.
  • When ready to serve, drain bean mixture in a colander. Peel cucumbers, slice in half lengthwise, and remove seeds using a spoon or melon baller. Cut 2 cucumbers into 1/4-inch dice. Reserve remaining cucumber halves.
  • Transfer bean mixture to a large bowl; add yogurt, olive oil, diced cucumbers, remaining 2 tablespoons sliced mint, reserved bacon, curry powder, and remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Stir gently to combine. To serve, spoon bean-mixture into reserved cucumber halves.

CRANBERRY BEAN SALAD



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Cranberry beans, cucumber, and tomatoes come together in this light and refreshing salad that is perfect for summertime cookouts. For best results, make this a day ahead of time to allow the ingredients a chance to get acquainted.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces dried cranberry beans
3 cups water
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small cucumber, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped red onion
12 grape tomatoes, halved
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sort and rinse cranberry beans. Place in a pot with water over medium-high heat; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Make sure beans are covered with water during the entire cooking process. Drain and set aside.
  • Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add cucumber, red onion, and tomatoes; stir to combine. Gently fold in cooked cranberry beans. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 423.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ROASTED BEET, RED ONION AND CRANBERRY RELISH



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Food Processor     Fruit     Onion     Vegetable     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Horseradish     Vinegar     Cranberry     Beet     Fall     Honey     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 2 1/2-inch-diameter beets, unpeeled
1 1/4 pounds red onions, peeled
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 12-ounce package cranberries
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Wrap beets in double thickness of aluminum foil. Cut onions through root end into 3/4-inch-thick wedges. Place onion wedges in medium bowl; toss with oil. Arrange onion wedges, cut side down, on baking sheet. Place beets directly on oven rack. Roast beets until tender, about 1 hour 45 minutes and onions until brown and tender, turning once, about 1 hour. Peel beets; cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Chop onions coarsely.
  • Using on/off turns, coarsely chop cranberries in processor. Add beets and onions; blend briefly to chunky consistency. Transfer to bowl; mix in honey, horseradish, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 day. (Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)

ROASTED BEET SALAD WITH RASPBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Roasted Beet Salad With Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 medium beets, stemmed (red, gold, or a combination, about 1 1/2 pounds total)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons minced red onions
2 tablespoons raspberry jam
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt & freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces mixed baby lettuces and spring greens
1 cup walnuts, toasted
fresh ground black pepper
6 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled

Steps:

  • To Roast the Beets: Adjust the oven rack to the center position and preheat the oven to 400°F Rub the beets with the olive oil and wrap them together in a large piece of aluminum foil. Put the beets in a small roasting pan or baking dish and roast them for 50 minutes to an hour, until they are tender when a knife is inserted in the center.
  • Remove the foil packet from the pan and let the beets cool on the foil before unwrapping. Using your fingers, peel the beets over the foil. The skins should slip off easily; if not, use a paring knife. Cut the beets into 1/4-inch matchstick slices and reserve.
  • To make the Vinaigrette: Put the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, onion, jam, mustard, and sugar in the container of a blender or food processor. Process until well blended and emulsified. (You should have 1 cup.) Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • To Assemble the salad: In a large salad bowl, toss the greens, beets, and walnuts with half of the dressing. Season to taste with pepper. Top each serving with some of the cheese. Pass the remaining dressing at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.2, Fat 50.4, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 503.8, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.9, Protein 10.7

CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD



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Raspberry Dijon vinaigrette is savory with cranberries, toasted pecans, red onion, and feta cheese. A real crowd pleaser! Can substitute brie for feta, too.

Provided by STACY38

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
¾ cup dried cranberries
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix until sugar and salt dissolve. Whisk in olive oil.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, cranberries, pecans, onions, and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 779.9 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Produce: Select vibrant, firm cranberries and beets. Look for beets with smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Roast Beets to Perfection: Roasting intensifies the beets' natural sweetness and enhances their earthy flavor. Toss them in olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting for optimal taste.
  • Chop Ingredients Evenly: Ensure uniform chopping of all ingredients for even cooking and a visually appealing salad.
  • Use Quality Olive Oil: Opt for extra-virgin olive oil for its superior flavor and health benefits. It complements the salad's ingredients well.
  • Balance Flavors: Adjust the amount of honey and vinegar in the dressing to achieve a harmonious balance between sweet and tangy flavors.
  • Fresh Herbs for Garnish: Elevate the salad's presentation and flavor with a sprinkling of fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.
  • Serve at Room Temperature: Allow the roasted beets to cool slightly before assembling the salad. Serving it at room temperature lets the flavors meld together.

Conclusion:

This Cranberry and Roasted Beet Salad offers a vibrant blend of flavors and textures, making it a delightful dish for any occasion. By following these tips, you can create a visually stunning and incredibly delicious salad that will impress your family and friends. The combination of roasted beets, tangy cranberries, and a zesty dressing is sure to tantalize your taste buds and provide a wholesome and nutritious meal. Enjoy this delightful salad as a refreshing side dish or a light vegetarian main course.

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