Dilly Tomato and Beet Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. The beets provide a sweet and earthy flavor, while the tomatoes add a tangy and juicy element. The dill adds a bright and herbaceous flavor, while the yogurt dressing brings it all together with a creamy and tangy finish. This salad is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy weeknights or potlucks.
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BEET AND TOMATO SALAD WITH SCALLIONS AND DILL
A little bistro in Normandy, France, inspired this salad that's so satisfying in its simplicity. Bright and fresh, the beets and tomatoes are dressed in a tart vinaigrette and served side by side, rather than mixed together. Though the combination may seem unusual, it's delicious. For the best flavor, choose ripe tomatoes and cook your own beets (don't be tempted to use the precooked vacuum packed type). Feel free to cook the beets and day or two in advance.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook the beets: Heat oven to 400 degrees. Scrub beets, and place in 2 baking dishes just large enough to hold them - golden beets in one, red in the other to keep colors from bleeding. Add an inch or so of water. Cover and bake until tender when probed with a skewer, about 1 hour. Set aside to cool. (Alternatively, boil or steam beets instead. Beets may be cooked several hours or up to 2 days in advance.)
- Prepare the vinaigrette: Put vinegar and pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add mustard and stir with a fork to dissolve. Beat in olive oil to make the dressing thicken slightly. Add pepper to taste, plus a bit more salt, if necessary.
- When the beets are cool enough to handle, rub off the skins. Cut golden beets in half lengthwise, then into 6 to 8 wedges, depending on the beet's size. Repeat with red beets. Place in separate bowls, and season with salt. Slice tomatoes 1/2-inch thick, place in a separate bowl and season with salt.
- Whisk vinaigrette, and pour over beets and tomatoes, dividing it evenly among the bowls. Toss gently and marinate for 10 minutes.
- To serve, spoon the golden beets, red beets and tomatoes into distinct piles onto a large platter or serve in separate bowls. Top with scallions, and sprinkle with dill. Garnish with arugula or watercress, if using.
TRICOLOR ROASTED BEET SALAD WITH DILL
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Trim the greens from the beets and save for sauteing or use in a soup. Scrub well, trim ends, then place beets on a baking sheet. Roast until cooked through, about 1/2 to one hour depending on the size. Allow to cool, then remove the skins (they should slip off with your fingers). Cut beets into 1/2-inch wedges and place in a medium bowl.
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk the remaining ingredients together in a small bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette over beets and toss to combine. Serve on plates with a dollop of sour cream.
DILLY TOMATO AND BEET SALAD
Fresh dill goes great with tomatoes and beets. Such a refreshing salad for a hot summer evening. Add other vegetables, if you like.
Provided by COOKINGQUEEN75
Categories Tomato Salad
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk together the safflower oil, walnut oil, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, toss together the tomatoes, celery, green onion, and beets. Toss with the dressing mixture just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 305.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
TOMATO-BEET SALAD
This feta- and cilantro-specked salad is particularly good with poached chicken, grilled steak, or burgers.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Seal beets in a foil packet. Roast on a rimmed baking sheet until tender, 75 minutes. When cool, rub beets with a paper towel to remove skins; slice. Slice large tomatoes, and halve cherry tomatoes, then arrange with beets on a platter. Top with feta, cilantro, and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g
BEET AND TOMATO SALAD
Slices of roasted beets and fresh beefsteak tomatoes are dressed with shallot vinaigrette and fresh oregano to create a colorful and flavorful salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place beets on a large piece of foil on a baking sheet. Top with 2 teaspoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Fold foil around beets and crimp ends to form a packet. Roast beets on sheet until tender when pierced with a knife, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove beets from foil and let cool, then peel and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 3 teaspoons oil, shallot, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. On a large platter, arrange beets and tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with fresh oregano leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g
BEET AND WALNUT SALAD WITH DILL
The night before your picnic, you can bake the beets, toss them with the vinegar and marinate them in the refrigerator. Then add the remaining ingredients the next day. On another occasion, serve this salad with poached salmon, or saut the beet greens and pair them with the beets. Williams Sonoma.
Provided by mielhollinger
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Position a rack in the center of an oven and preheat to 375°F.
- Remove the beet greens, if attached, leaving about 1 inch of stem attached to the beets; reserve greens for another use.
- Place the beets in a baking dish and cover with water by about 1/4 inch.
- Cover tightly and bake until they can be easily pierced with a knife, about 45 minutes or longer, depending on the size of the beets.
- When the beets are cool enough to handle, peel and cut into thin slices.
- (A mandoline helps make neat, even slices.) Place the beets in a bowl, add the vinegar and toss together gently.
- Let stand for 30 minutes.
- Add the olive oil, dill, garlic and salt, stirring gently so the slices don't break.
- Taste and add more vinegar, if needed.
- Stir in the walnuts and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 78, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 8.2, Protein 3.2
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your salad. Look for tomatoes that are firm and have a deep red color. Beets should be firm and smooth, without any blemishes. And fresh dill should be a vibrant green color.
- Don't overcook the beets: Beets should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the vegetables: This will help the flavors to meld together better.
- Add the dressing just before serving: This will prevent the salad from getting watery.
- Serve the salad immediately: This is when it will be at its best.
Conclusion:
This dilly tomato and beet salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try!
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