Beetroot & squash salad with horseradish cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Beetroot & squash salad with horseradish cream
75 min.
12
127kcal

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If you’re looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion, look no further than our Beetroot & Squash Salad with Horseradish Cream. This delightful vegetarian and gluten-free salad not only dazzles with its array of colors but also packs a punch with its rich flavors. Imagine the earthy sweetness of roasted beetroot harmonizing with the nutty creaminess of butternut squash, all brought together by the aromatic notes of red onions.

What sets this dish apart is its stunning combination of textures and tastes. The charred edges of the vegetables add a delightful crunch, while the fresh watercress introduces a peppery zing. To elevate the salad even further, a luxurious horseradish cream dressing ties everything together, adding a bold, creamy element that nicely balances the sweetness of the vegetables. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish for a festive dinner, an impressive starter for guests, or a wholesome snack, this salad is sure to steal the show.

With its preparation requiring only 75 minutes and offering a generous yield of 12 servings, it’s ideal for gatherings or meal-prepping for the week ahead. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s indulge in the delightful flavors that this Beetroot & Squash Salad has to offer – it’s a dish that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eyes!

Ingredients

  • kg beets raw
  •  onion red
  • 12 servings butternut squash peeled deseeded
  • tbsp red wine vinegar 
  • tbsp brown sugar soft
  • 50 ml olive oil 
  • 175 ml cream 
  • tbsp horseradish 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • 85 watercress 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  2. Peel the beetroot and cut each into 8 wedges.
  3. Cut the onions and butternut squash into roughly the same size.
  4. Spread out in a large roasting tin.
  5. Mix the vinegar and sugar until dissolved, then whisk in the oil.
  6. Pour over the vegetables, toss and roast for 40-45 mins until charred and soft, stirring halfway through cooking.
  7. To make the horseradish cream, mix together the soured cream, horseradish, lemon juice and some seasoning.
  8. To serve, put the roasted veg in a large bowl or on a platter, followed by the watercress, then drizzle over the horseradish cream.
  9. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein7.56%
Fat45.81%
Carbs46.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.17
Glycemic Load
4.86
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.6547825751097%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
1.99mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
13.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.38kcal
6.37%
Fat:6.79g
10.45%
Saturated Fat:2.01g
12.56%
Carbohydrates:15.55g
5.18%
Net Carbohydrates:12.1g
4.4%
Sugar:9.82g
10.91%
Cholesterol:8.36mg
2.79%
Sodium:90.87mg
3.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.52g
5.04%
Folate:105.69µg
26.42%
Vitamin K:20.66µg
19.67%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.64%
Vitamin C:13.45mg
16.3%
Fiber:3.45g
13.82%
Potassium:409.89mg
11.71%
Vitamin A:449.48IU
8.99%
Magnesium:29.26mg
7.32%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.13%
Phosphorus:66.24mg
6.62%
Calcium:52.55mg
5.25%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.9%
Iron:0.87mg
4.84%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.82%
Copper:0.1mg
4.8%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.15%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.78%
Selenium:1.57µg
2.24%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2%