Beet, Rhubarb, and Orange Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Beet, Rhubarb, and Orange Salad
45 min.
6
300kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Beet, Rhubarb, and Orange Salad! This vibrant dish showcases the earthy sweetness of beets, the tartness of rhubarb, and the citrusy zing of fresh oranges, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ideal as a starter, side dish, or even a refreshing snack, this salad is a perfect addition to your table for any occasion.

Not only is it vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also packs a flavor punch that will surprise even the most discerning diners. The various textures—from the crispiness of the watercress to the creamy crumbles of feta—create a harmonious balance that is nothing short of delightful. The sophisticated dressing, composed of fresh lemon juice, honey, and rich olive oil, pulls all these elements together, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a nutritious everyday meal, this Beet, Rhubarb, and Orange Salad is ready in just 45 minutes and serves six, making it a practical choice for shared enjoyment. Each serving is approximately 300 calories, providing a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this colorful bowl of goodness that embodies both health and sophistication!

Ingredients

  • 16 inch beets red yellow
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 1.3 cups feta cheese crumbled ( one 7-ounce package)
  • teaspoon honey 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • large cranberry-orange relish 
  • pound rhubarb trimmed
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • cups water 
  • cups watercress 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place beets on largesheet of foil.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oliveoil; sprinkle with coarse salt. Wrap beets infoil. Roast beets until tender when piercedwith fork, about 1 hour. Unwrap and coolbeets. Peel, then cut each into 8 wedges.
  4. Bring 3 cups water, 1/2 cup sugar, andpinch of coarse salt to simmer in largesaucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  5. Add rhubarb. Simmer over medium heatuntil just tender but still intact, 1 to 2minutes (do not overcook or rhubarb willbe mushy). Using slotted spoon, transferrhubarb to platter and cool completely.DO AHEAD: Beets and rhubarb can be made1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.
  6. Finely grate enough peel from 1 orangeto measure 1/2 teaspoon; transfer to smallbowl and reserve for dressing.
  7. Cut off peeland white pith from all oranges. Workingover medium bowl to catch juice and usingsmall sharp knife, cut between membranesto release orange segments into bowl;squeeze membranes to release juice intobowl.
  8. Transfer 2 tablespoons orange juiceto bowl with orange peel.
  9. Whisk vinegar,lemon juice, shallot, honey, and remaining3 tablespoons olive oil into bowl with orangepeel and orange juice mixture. Seasondressing with coarse salt and pepper.
  10. Arrange watercress, beets, rhubarb,and orange segments on 6 plates.
  11. Sprinklewith feta and drizzle with dressing.
  12. Garnishwith chervil leaves, if desired, and serve.
  13. Per serving: 300.2 kcal calories,
  14. 9 % calories from fat, 16.3 g fat,
  15. 0 g saturated fat,
  16. 8 mg cholesterol,
  17. 4 g carbohydrates,
  18. 7 g total sugars,
  19. 2 g net carbohydrates,
  20. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein8.4%
Fat47.42%
Carbs44.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.48
Glycemic Load
16.81
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.186087134092%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.64mg
Epicatechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.45mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
25.43mg
Naringenin
14.13mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
4.03mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
5.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:299.64kcal
14.98%
Fat:16.4g
25.24%
Saturated Fat:5.51g
34.41%
Carbohydrates:34.38g
11.46%
Net Carbohydrates:30.48g
11.08%
Sugar:27.71g
30.79%
Cholesterol:27.81mg
9.27%
Sodium:571.96mg
24.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.54g
13.07%
Vitamin C:63.74mg
77.26%
Vitamin K:70.86µg
67.48%
Calcium:282.45mg
28.24%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.63%
Vitamin A:960.91IU
19.22%
Fiber:3.91g
15.63%
Phosphorus:143.15mg
14.31%
Potassium:491.05mg
14.03%
Folate:52.89µg
13.22%
Vitamin E:1.95mg
12.98%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.69%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.97%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.82%
Selenium:6.34µg
9.05%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.8%
Magnesium:31.1mg
7.78%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.38%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.69%
Copper:0.11mg
5.41%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Iron:0.64mg
3.56%
Source:Epicurious