Roasted Beetroot and Goat Cheese Salad
This roasted beetroot and goat cheese salad is a simple but elegant dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The beets are roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, and they are then combined with crumbled goat cheese, chopped walnuts, and fresh parsley. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar adds a touch of acidity and sweetness to the salad. This salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of fall, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal.
The story of this roasted beetroot and goat cheese salad begins in the fields of France, where the beets are grown. The beets are harvested in the fall, when they are at their peak of ripeness. They are then carefully peeled and cut into cubes. The cubes of beets are then tossed with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. The beets are then roasted in a hot oven until they are tender and slightly caramelized. While the beets are roasting, the goat cheese is crumbled and the walnuts are chopped. The parsley is chopped and the balsamic vinegar is measured. Once the beets are roasted, they are allowed to cool slightly. The goat cheese, walnuts, parsley, and balsamic vinegar are then added to the beets. The salad is tossed to combine and served immediately.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound beets, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Toss beets with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread beets on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Let beets cool slightly, then add goat cheese, walnuts, parsley, and balsamic vinegar.
  5. Toss to combine and serve.
Why It Works
  • The beets are roasted until they are tender and slightly caramelized. This gives them a sweet and savory flavor.
  • The goat cheese adds a creamy and tangy flavor to the salad.
  • The walnuts add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to the salad.
  • The parsley adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor to the salad.
  • The balsamic vinegar adds a touch of acidity and sweetness to the salad.