This Citrus Beet Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the earthy flavor of beets with the bright acidity of citrus fruits. It's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to complement your main course.
Ingredients
- 3 medium beets boiled and peeled
- 2 medium oranges peeled and segmented
- 1 piece grapefruit peeled and segmented
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 cup walnuts toasted and roughly chopped
Instructions
- Boil the beets until tender, about 30 minutes. Cool, peel, and slice into wedges.
- In a large bowl, combine beet wedges with orange and grapefruit segments.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with feta cheese and walnuts before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 460mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg