Welcome to the ultimate guide for tomato beet salad! This versatile dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Originating from Eastern Europe, the vibrant combination of sweet beets, tangy tomatoes, and earthy walnuts creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you crave a light and refreshing side dish or a hearty vegetarian main course, this article will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create the best tomato beet salad that will impress your family and friends.
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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.
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
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 Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
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
BEET AND TOMATO SALAD WITH MINT
For this late-summer side dish, beets can be roasted, refrigerated overnight, and then combined at the last minute with heirloom tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, coarse salt, lemon juice, and a handful of fragrant mint leaves.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place beets, cut sides up, on parchment-lined foil on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Fold foil over beets to enclose, and crimp edges to seal. Bake until tender, about 35 minutes. Let cool. Peel, and cut into wedges. (Beets can be refrigerated in an airtight container overnight.)
- Arrange beets and tomatoes on a serving platter. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice, and season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Scatter mint over top, and serve.
BEET, TOMATO, AND STRAWBERRY SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk the vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Continue whisking while adding the oil in a slow, steady stream, until the vinaigrette is smooth. Add the strawberries, tomatoes, and beets. Gently toss with your hands until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately.
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 TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat oen to 400 degrees. Wash the beets and wrap them with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let them cool. Gently remove the skin and thinly slice the beets. In a bowl, combine the beet slices and the rest of the ingredients and serve salad cold.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful tomatoes and beets. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor.
- Roast the beets before adding them to the salad. Roasting brings out their sweetness and earthiness.
- Use a variety of colors of tomatoes. This will make your salad more visually appealing.
- Add some fresh herbs, such as basil or mint, to the salad. This will brighten up the flavors.
- Use a light and tangy dressing. A simple vinaigrette is a good option.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for a few hours before serving.
Conclusion
This tomato and beet salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy these two seasonal vegetables. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and can also be served as a side dish. The roasting of the beets intensifies their sweetness, while the tomatoes provide a refreshing tartness. The herbs and dressing add a bright and flavorful touch. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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