Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Beet Salad with Spinach and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing. This delightful dish features earthy roasted beets paired with fresh spinach, sweet mandarin oranges, and a tangy honey-mustard dressing that elevates its taste profile. Perfect for any occasion—be it a casual lunch or an elegant dinner party—this salad is as nutritious as it is colorful, providing a satisfying and healthy option that your guests will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb cooked and sliced beets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 2 cups mandarin orange segments
- 1/3 cup sliced red onions
- 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese (or plant-based alternative)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Pre-cook the beets by roasting or boiling until tender; cool and slice.
- In a small bowl, mix sliced beets with olive oil and honey.
- For the dressing, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice in a mason jar; shake well.
- Arrange spinach in individual bowls; top with mandarin oranges, pine nuts, red onions, and drizzle with dressing.
- Add honey-coated beets on top and sprinkle with feta cheese. Serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (180g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg