Citrus Beet Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Citrus Beet Salad
45 min.
4
212kcal
95.57%sweetness
25.82%saltiness
71.6%sourness
100%bitterness
26.92%savoriness
36.84%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This citrus beet salad is a delightful combination of roasted beets, tangy grapefruit, crunchy sprouts, and creamy goat cheese. It's a vibrant and nutritious dish that's perfect as a side or even a light meal.

Beets are the star of this salad, and for good reason. They're packed with essential nutrients like folate, manganese, and vitamin C. Roasting them brings out their natural sweetness and creates a delicious contrast with the tangy grapefruit. The sprouts add a nice crunch, while the pumpkin seeds provide a boost of protein and healthy fats.

The real magic happens when you sprinkle on the goat cheese. Its creamy texture and tangy flavor tie all the ingredients together beautifully. This salad is not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a feast for your eyes with its vibrant colors and textures.

Whether you're looking for a healthy side dish or a refreshing meal, this citrus beet salad is a perfect choice. It's easy to prepare, and the combination of flavors and textures will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Ingredients

  • medium beets 
  • Tbsp olive oil 
  • Tsp balsamic vinegar 
  •  grapefruit peeled
  • cup sprouts 
  • 0.3 cup pumpkin seeds 
  • 0.3 cup goat cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Wash beets and pat dry.
  2. Place beets on a sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle with olive oil. Fold foil around the beets to create a sealed pouch.
  3. Place the pouch on a cookie sheet and bake until beets are tender. Cooking time varies on the size of the beets. After 30 minutes, pierce the beets with a fork. If they are still hard, return to the oven and test them every 15 minutes until they are tender.
  4. Remove from oven and stand until they are cool enough to handle. Use your hands to peel away the skin. Slice into bite size wedges and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
  5. Line the bottom of a large bowl with sprouts and top with beets and grapefruit.
  6. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and goat cheese.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories212kcal
Protein14.38%
Fat35.85%
Carbs49.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.25
Glycemic Load
10.78
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.71652173913%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
20.89mg
Luteolin
1.17mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.63mg

Taste

Sweetness:
95.57%
Saltiness:
25.82%
Sourness:
71.6%
Bitterness:
100%
Savoriness:
26.92%
Fattiness:
36.84%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:212.07kcal
10.6%
Fat:8.96g
13.79%
Saturated Fat:2.97g
18.59%
Carbohydrates:27.99g
9.33%
Net Carbohydrates:20.62g
7.5%
Sugar:19.17g
21.3%
Cholesterol:6.53mg
2.18%
Sodium:219.11mg
9.53%
Protein:8.09g
16.17%
Folate:246.94µg
61.73%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.32%
Vitamin C:31.13mg
37.74%
Fiber:7.37g
29.48%
Potassium:821.11mg
23.46%
Magnesium:82.97mg
20.74%
Vitamin A:966.11IU
19.32%
Phosphorus:188.19mg
18.82%
Copper:0.35mg
17.54%
Iron:2.48mg
13.79%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.01%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.31%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.72%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.03%
Calcium:72.82mg
7.28%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.7%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.7%
Vitamin K:5.6µg
5.33%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.24%
Selenium:2.37µg
3.39%
Source:Foodista