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Top-down view of a Roasted Beet and Orange Salad in a textured white bowl. The salad glistens with a light golden vinaigrette over caramelized beets and fresh oranges.

Vibrant Roasted Beet and Orange Salad Recipe

This stunning Roasted Beet and Orange Salad features caramelized beets, juicy orange slices, creamy feta, and toasted walnuts in a light golden vinaigrette. An elegant, healthy, and easy-to-make recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1.5 lbs fresh beets about 680g
  • 2 large navel oranges
  • 4 oz block of feta cheese about 113g
  • 0.5 cup raw walnuts about 60g
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves about 15g
For the Golden Vinaigrette
  • 0.33 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil about 80ml
  • 3 tbsp White Wine Vinegar about 45ml
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard about 5g
  • 1 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup about 5ml
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

Roast the Beets
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, scrub, peel, and cut beets into 1-inch (2.5cm) wedges.
  2. Toss beet wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 30-35 minutes, until tender and the edges are slightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
Prepare Oranges, Walnuts, and Vinaigrette
  1. Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Let cool and roughly chop.
  2. Peel and slice the oranges into thick rounds.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Arrange the cooled beet wedges and orange slices on a platter. Scatter the toasted walnuts over the top.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad. Drizzle with the vinaigrette.
  3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a final crack of black pepper before serving.

Notes

Don't Crowd the Pan: For the best caramelization on your beets, make sure they are in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Block Feta is Best: Resist the urge to buy pre-crumbled feta. A block packed in brine is creamier and has a more robust flavor.
Taste Your Dressing: Always taste and adjust your vinaigrette before dressing the salad.
Serve Immediately: For the best textural experience, assemble the salad right before serving.