Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese is an easy and delicious salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The beets are roasted until tender and sweet, and then tossed with toasted macadamia nuts, crumbled goat cheese, fresh parsley, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. The result is a salad that is full of flavor and texture, and sure to please everyone at the table.
The story of this salad begins in the early 1900s, when a young woman named Mary Macadamia was living on a farm in Hawaii. Mary was an avid gardener, and she loved to experiment with new recipes. One day, she decided to roast some beets that she had grown in her garden, and then toss them with some toasted macadamia nuts and crumbled goat cheese. The result was so delicious that Mary decided to share her recipe with her friends and family. The salad quickly became a favorite, and it was soon being served at parties and gatherings all over the island. In the 1950s, Mary's salad was featured in a magazine article, and it quickly became a popular dish all over the world. Today, Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese is a classic salad that is enjoyed by people of all ages.
Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Macadamia Nut and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound beets, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, toasted
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup lemon vinaigrette
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 in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Transfer beets to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
  5. Add macadamia nuts, goat cheese, parsley, and lemon vinaigrette to the bowl.
  6. Toss to combine and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The beets are roasted until tender and sweet, which brings out their natural flavor and makes them easy to digest.
  • The toasted macadamia nuts add a nutty flavor and a crunchy texture to the salad.
  • The crumbled goat cheese adds a creamy texture and a tangy flavor to the salad.
  • The fresh parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the salad.
  • The lemon vinaigrette adds a tangy and acidic flavor to the salad, which balances out the sweetness of the beets and the creaminess of the goat cheese.