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Beet Salad with Arugula, Feta, Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing

A fresh beet and arugula salad with creamy feta, crunchy walnuts, and a quick honey balsamic dressing. Ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
rest time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad
  • 8 oz canned baby beets drained and halved or quartered if large (250 g)
  • 4 oz baby arugula leaves 120 g
  • 2 oz Danish feta or Greek feta crumbled or cubed (60 g)
  • 3 tablespoons walnuts lightly crushed (about 22 g)
  • For the Honey Balsamic Dressing
  • 2 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 37 ml
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 15 ml
  • 1 tablespoon honey 21 g
  • ½ teaspoon salt 3 g
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large serving plate or salad bowl
  • Small jar with lid
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to a small jar.
  2. Close the jar tightly and shake until the dressing is smooth and combined.
  3. Arrange the arugula on a large serving plate or in a shallow salad bowl.
  4. Add the drained beet pieces evenly over the arugula.
  5. Scatter the feta and crushed walnuts over the top.
  6. Drizzle with the honey balsamic dressing just before serving.
  7. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • Drain the beets very well so the salad does not become watery.
  • Toast the walnuts for a few minutes for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegetarian-friendly option.
  • Keep the dressing separate until serving time when making the salad ahead.
  • Nutrition values are approximate and vary by ingredient brand.

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