Are you looking for a vibrant and nutritious salad that will impress your taste buds and add a pop of color to your plate? Look no further than the golden beet and sunflower salad! This delightful dish combines the earthy sweetness of golden beets, the nutty crunch of sunflower seeds, and a tangy dressing to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or simply want to add some variety to your lunch routine, this salad is sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate golden beet and sunflower salad!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
GOLDEN BEET AND CITRUS SALAD
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the beets on a large piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Place the orange peels among the beets. Fold the aluminum foil up and around the beets to create a closed packet.
- Place the packet on a baking sheet and roast until the beets are tender and the edges of the orange peels begin to caramelize, 45 to 50 minutes. Open the packet carefully and discard the orange peels. Allow the beets to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the components of the salad: Slice the peeled oranges into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Use a horizontal peeler to make long, thin strips of the cucumber from end to end. Make the dressing by whisking the Greek yogurt with the mint and lemon zest and juice in a small bowl. Season the dressing with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Once the beets have cooled slightly, use the edge of a paring knife to peel off the skins. Slice the beets into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
- To assemble the salad, arranges the sliced beets in a shingled pattern on a serving platter. In between every 2 to 3 slices of beets, slip a round of orange into the mix. Using a small spoon, dollop the yogurt dressing onto the salad. Curl the cucumber ribbons over the surface of the salad. Drizzle the platter with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with the pistachios and pomegranate seeds. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
GOLDEN BEET AND SUNFLOWER SALAD
Categories Salad Leafy Green Appetizer Roast Vegetarian Quick & Easy Beet Summer Vegan Seed Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put oven racks in lower third and middle of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
- Trim beet greens, leaving 1 inch of stems attached. Tightly wrap beets together in double layers of foil to make packages (2 or 3 per package) and roast in middle of oven until tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Unwrap beets and cool slightly.
- While beets roast, toast sunflower seeds in a pie plate or a small baking pan in lower third of oven, shaking occasionally, until seeds are golden, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk together shallot, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar in a small bowl, then add oil in a stream, whisking.
- When beets are cool enough to handle, slip off and discard skins. Cut beets lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices and gently toss with 3 tablespoons vinaigrette in a bowl.
- Toss sunflower sprouts and half of sunflower seeds with remaining vinaigrette in another bowl. Arrange beets on 6 salad plates and top with dressed sprouts. Sprinkle salads with remaining sunflower seeds.
GOLDEN-BEET SALAD
Bright, earthy golden beets are mixed with slender haricots verts, basil, and tart goat cheese -- all dressed with a homemade Dijon-shallot vinaigrette. Enjoy this alongside our Veggie Burgers.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wrap beets in parchment, then foil, and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until tender, about 60 minutes. Let cool completely. Peel and cut beets into 1/2-inch dice. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Prepare an ice-water bath. Cook haricots verts in boiling salted water until bright green and crisp tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer to ice-water bath, and drain. Cut beans diagonally into thirds, and add to beets.
- Mix vinegar, shallot, and mustard in a small bowl. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Toss with vegetables, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in torn basil and goat cheese. Garnish with basil leaves.
BEET AND SUNFLOWER SALAD
This is a tasty side dish, perfect for summer picnics when beets are ready in the garden.
Provided by gemmot
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Beet Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Wrap beets in aluminum foil and place in a baking dish.
- Roast beets in the preheated oven until tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from foil and cool completely. Peel cooled beets and cut into 1/4-inch slices.
- Cook and stir sunflower seeds in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant and toasted, 2 to 5 minutes. Cool completely.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, onion, salt, black pepper, and sugar together in a bowl until dressing is thick and creamy.
- Stir beets, sunflower seeds, and sunflower sprouts together in a bowl; drizzle dressing over the top and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 331 mg, Sugar 10 g
GOLDEN BEET SALAD
Provided by Kurt Beecher Dammeier
Categories Salad Side Roast Vegetarian Dinner Lunch Blue Cheese Spinach Beet Advance Prep Required Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place the beets in a roasting pan and add water to a depth of 1/2 inch. Cover the pan with foil and bake until the beets are easily pierced with a fork, about 1 1/2 hours. Set the beets aside until they are cool enough to handle. Peel and rinse off any pieces of skin. Slice the beets into 1/2-inch-thick rounds, and then cut them into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Let the beets cool to room temperature.
- Toss the beets with the rice vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add the olive oil and mustard and toss with the spinach. Garnish with the toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese.
- Make Ahead: You can roast the beets up to 3 days in advance; toss them just before serving.
ROASTED GOLDEN BEETS
Golden beets are milder in flavor, and roasting them brings out their sweetness. Trust me, you'll turn beet haters into beet lovers, and my husband will confirm that! Serve warm or cold in a salad.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Beet Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Peel beets, and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Combine olive oil, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add beets, and mix until well coated.
- Spread beets out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan and roast, flipping half way through, until the beets are tender and starting to turn golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, put beets back into the bowl, and toss with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332.1 mg
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season beets. You can roast them yourself or buy them pre-roasted.
- If you're using raw beets, be sure to peel and grate them finely before adding them to the salad.
- The sunflower seeds add a nice crunch to the salad. You can use roasted or raw seeds, but roasted seeds will have a more intense flavor.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to the salad, such as crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, or dried cranberries.
- The dressing is a simple combination of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. You can adjust the proportions of each ingredient to taste.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Golden beet and sunflower salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants. The salad is also a good source of protein and healthy fats. With its vibrant colors and flavors, golden beet and sunflower salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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