TANGERINE & ROASTED BEET SALAD

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Tangerines and beets are colorful companions in this refreshing salad. The lettuce leaves make ideal cups to hold the ingredients, and the citrus balsamic dressing adds to the crisp goodness. -Karen Bowlden, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds fresh beets
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
DRESSING:
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated tangerine zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
ASSEMBLY:
3 tangerines, peeled and sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
6 Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves
Additional grated tangerine zest

Steps:

  • Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a foil-lined 8-in. square baking pan. Cover and bake at 400° until tender, 50-60 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Peel and slice; transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper., Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small saucepan combine vinegar and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 7-10 minutes or until reduced by half. Stir in tangerine zest, salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature., For serving, arrange the tangerines, onion and beets on lettuce leaves. Drizzle with dressing; garnish with additional tangerine zest.

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Ernest Mensah
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This salad is the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


pusparaj Shahi
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I love the pop of color that this salad adds to my plate. It's so vibrant and cheerful.


Sexwise philemon
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Phumy Mbally
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I'm a big fan of citrus salads, and this one is no exception. The tangy dressing really brightens up the roasted beets.


Victor Kilpatrick
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the way the roasted beets caramelize.


Nic H
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


KYUUBI FF
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover beets. I usually roast a bunch of beets on the weekend and then use them in salads throughout the week.


Autumn Mertens
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up.


James Sannoh
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very healthy and packed with nutrients.


Vantazia Paglinawan
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but this salad changed my mind. The roasting process mellows out the beet flavor and the dressing is to die for.


surur ghazi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the pop of citrus from the oranges and the crunch from the walnuts.


Umar Sohail
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the dressing. I will definitely be making this again.


Esenia Valencia
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The combination of beets and oranges is so refreshing and unique. I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Queen Cline
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This salad is an explosion of flavors! The tangy and sweet dressing perfectly complements the earthy beets and oranges. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing. My guests loved it.