Beetroot And Walnut Salad Recipe

This vibrant beetroot and walnut salad is the perfect accompaniment to your next Moroccan feast! The earthy sweetness of roasted beetroot, crunchy walnuts, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing create a flavor explosion. While the beetroot requires some cooking time (about 75 minutes), the actual prep is quick and easy. Get ready to impress your guests with this stunning and delicious side dish!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 182.6 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Beetroot And Walnut Salad

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Ingredients for Beetroot And Walnut Salad

  • Beetroots
  • Spanish Onion
  • Fresh Coriander
  • Of Fresh Mint
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Walnut Oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt And Pepper
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
  • Rose Water

How to Make Beetroot And Walnut Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and trim 1 lb of beetroot.
  2. Wrap each beetroot individually in foil and roast for 60-75 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Once cool enough to handle, gently rub off the skins and dice the beetroot into 1/2-inch pieces.
  4. Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion.
  5. Roughly chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and 2 tablespoons fresh mint.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the diced beetroot, red onion, cilantro, and mint.
  7. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Add 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped) to the beetroot mixture.
  9. Pour the dressing over the beetroot and walnut mixture and toss gently to combine.
  10. Just before serving, drizzle 1/2 teaspoon rosewater over the salad and gently toss again.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

9g

Carbs

1g