Green Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese and Almonds

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Green Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese and Almonds
60 min.
8
199kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Green Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, and Almonds—a delightful dish that is not only vegetarian but also gluten-free! This salad is a perfect side dish, antipasti, or starter that will impress your guests and elevate any meal. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this refreshing salad for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.

The star of this recipe is the roasted beets, which bring a natural sweetness and a stunning pop of color to your plate. Paired with creamy goat cheese and crunchy sliced almonds, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The zesty dressing, made with Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, ties everything together, enhancing the freshness of the assorted lettuce greens.

Not only is this salad a feast for the eyes, but it also boasts a balanced caloric breakdown, making it a guilt-free addition to your meal. With only 199 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dish as a healthy snack or a light starter without compromising on taste. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enjoy a nutritious meal, this Green Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, and Almonds is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds sliced
  • medium beets 
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup goat cheese fresh crumbled
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 10 cup torn lettuce greens such as red- and green-leaf assorted
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425F. Trim beets and place in a large piece of foil. Tightly crimp foil to seal and roast until tender, about 1 hour. Cool, peel and cut into 1-inch dice.
  2. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add almonds, lower heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until light golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  4. Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine vinegar, lemon juice and mustard in a large bowl.
  6. Whisk until blended and smooth.
  7. Whisk in both oils and season with salt and pepper. Pile lettuce on top of dressing and toss well to coat. Toss in beets, sprinkle with goat cheese and almonds, and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein11.11%
Fat68.92%
Carbs19.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.25
Glycemic Load
3.73
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.076521751673%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.24mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.65mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:199.44kcal
9.97%
Fat:15.85g
24.38%
Saturated Fat:5.12g
32.01%
Carbohydrates:10.33g
3.44%
Net Carbohydrates:6.89g
2.5%
Sugar:6.35g
7.05%
Cholesterol:14.05mg
4.68%
Sodium:328.76mg
14.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.74g
11.49%
Vitamin A:2884.89IU
57.7%
Vitamin K:58.04µg
55.28%
Folate:110.01µg
27.5%
Manganese:0.5mg
25.07%
Vitamin E:2.45mg
16.35%
Fiber:3.45g
13.79%
Copper:0.24mg
11.92%
Potassium:392.78mg
11.22%
Phosphorus:109.74mg
10.97%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.72%
Magnesium:42.18mg
10.55%
Iron:1.63mg
9.08%
Vitamin C:6.21mg
7.52%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.83%
Calcium:62.21mg
6.22%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.82%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.36%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.14%
Selenium:2µg
2.86%
Source:My Recipes