Roasted Beet And Wilted Greens Salad W Orange Vinaigrette Recipe

Experience the earthy sweetness of perfectly roasted beets in this vibrant salad! This simple yet flavorful recipe combines tender roasted beet wedges with wilted arugula, all tossed in a zesty orange vinaigrette. Fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect side dish or light meal. Get ready to savor the deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 152.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roasted Beet And Wilted Greens Salad W Orange Vinaigrette

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How to Make Roasted Beet And Wilted Greens Salad W Orange Vinaigrette

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash and peel 2 medium beets. Cut into 1-inch wedges.
  3. Drizzle beets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Wrap beets in aluminum foil.
  5. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Reserve the beet roasting juices from the foil.
  7. Wash and dry 5 ounces of arugula.
  8. Cut arugula leaves into strips.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved beet juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  10. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat.
  11. Add the arugula and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  12. In a large bowl, combine the roasted beets, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, wilted arugula, and the orange vinaigrette. Toss gently to combine.
  13. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

9g

Carbs

2g