Pickled Beet and Endive Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Pickled Beet and Endive Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
45 min.
8
288kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Pickled Beet and Endive Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts, a delightful dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a beautiful pop of color to your table. This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a cozy family dinner, or looking for an elegant starter for a special gathering.

Imagine the earthy sweetness of the pickled beets perfectly complementing the crisp bitterness of Belgian endive, all harmoniously united by the creamy richness of crumbled goat cheese. The addition of toasted walnuts adds a delightful crunch, while the sliced pear introduces a hint of juiciness, creating a well-rounded texture and flavor profile. Drizzled with a homemade vinaigrette made from sherry wine vinegar, olive oil, and shallots, every bite bursts with freshness.

This salad not only presents a feast for the palate but also boasts a healthful profile with only 288 calories per serving, allowing you to enjoy it guilt-free. Ready in just 45 minutes, it serves up to eight people, making it an ideal dish for sharing. Whether you serve it as a side dish, an antipasto, or a light snack, this salad is bound to impress your guests and elevate any dining experience.

So why wait? Dive into the delicious world of creative salads and enjoy a blend of flavors that celebrate the best of seasonal produce!

Ingredients

  •  beets 
  • 30 small belgian endive 
  • 0.5 cup canola oil 
  • cup goat cheese crumbled soft
  • cups pepperoncini pepper juice 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  pears cored peeled thinly sliced
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  •  shallots minced
  • 0.3 cup sherry vinegar 
  • 0.8 cup walnuts toasted coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place the shallots and sherry wine vinegar in a small bowl and slowly whisk in the canola and olive oils. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. To prepare the beets: Peel the beets and place in a small saucepan with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender.
  3. Drain the beets and cool slightly. Julienne the beets and place them in a medium bowl with the pickling juice for 2 hours.
  4. Drain, discarding the pickling juice. Toss with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. To prepare the salad: In a large bowl, toss the endive, pear, goat cheese, and walnuts with the remaining vinaigrette and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  6. Arrange the salad in the center of a large platter and top with the beets. Top with freshly ground black pepper.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein12.49%
Fat56.56%
Carbs30.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.94
Glycemic Load
5.42
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.852173893348%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.77mg
Catechin
0.84mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
3.76mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:287.87kcal
14.39%
Fat:19g
29.23%
Saturated Fat:5.46g
34.14%
Carbohydrates:23.4g
7.8%
Net Carbohydrates:14.7g
5.35%
Sugar:11g
12.22%
Cholesterol:13.05mg
4.35%
Sodium:136.55mg
5.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.44g
18.88%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.29%
Fiber:8.7g
34.78%
Folate:123.85µg
30.96%
Copper:0.54mg
26.86%
Potassium:679.16mg
19.4%
Phosphorus:184.41mg
18.44%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.85%
Magnesium:54.7mg
13.68%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.13%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.2%
Vitamin C:9.03mg
10.94%
Calcium:102.34mg
10.23%
Iron:1.8mg
10.02%
Vitamin A:369.95IU
7.4%
Zinc:1.08mg
7.18%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
7.03%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.43%
Vitamin K:5.66µg
5.39%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.77%
Selenium:2.07µg
2.96%
Source:Epicurious