ROASTED BEET, AVOCADO AND PISTACHIO SALAD

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This salad is the perfect and healthy combination of tangy beets and creamy avocado. Add in the sweet cherries and crunchy pistachios and you will have the perfect salad for an elegant dinner party or a family supper.

Provided by LisaMB

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large beets
extra-virgin olive oil
balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
¼ cup shelled pistachio nuts
¼ cup dried cherries
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
extra-virgin olive oil
balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cut stems off beets and place whole on a baking sheet. Roast until fork tender, about 45 minutes. Allow to cool; peel and dice beets into large bite-sized pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar in a bowl; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Toss diced avocado with 2 tablespoons olive oil in a separate bowl; season with salt.
  • To serve, divide salad greens between serving plates. Top each serving with 1/4 of the beets and avocado. Sprinkle each serving with shelled pistachios, dried cherries, and shredded Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 3.6 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 11.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 287.1 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

Chamo Alwis
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I'm going to try making this salad for my next potluck.


Erigga Wire wire
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Tusasirwe Meron
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Nickolas Benner
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This is a great salad for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Apple Lovers
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a great combination of flavors and textures.


Jaleesa Bostic
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


Iqbal Hossan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The roasted beets and pistachios are a perfect match.


Jts Zammi
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Wim
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this salad changed my mind. The roasting process really brings out their sweetness.


Katrina
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Linah Mehlape
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.


Md Badul molla
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This salad is a burst of flavor and color! The roasted beets are sweet and earthy, the avocado is creamy and rich, and the pistachios add a nice crunch. The dressing is also delicious and really brings the whole dish together.