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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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Pickled Beet and Endive Salad, a delightful clash of flavors and textures that is sure to impress both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. This refreshing salad is not only a feast for the eyes, but it also boasts a harmonious blend of earthy beets, crisp endive, and the rich creaminess of goat cheese. Each bite is enhanced by the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts, making it a perfect side dish, antipasti, or light starter.

What truly sets this salad apart is the unique pickling process that infuses the beets with tangy depth, perfectly balanced by a homemade vinaigrette featuring sherry wine vinegar and two types of oil for a luscious mouthfeel. Paired with sweet pear slices, every element of this dish comes together to create an unforgettable flavor experience that will dazzle your guests.

With its gluten-free nature and straightforward preparation, this salad can be enjoyed by everyone at your table. In just 45 minutes, you will be able to prepare a dish that not only looks stunning on any platter but also delivers a wholesome blend of nutrients and flavors. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a nourishing snack, this Pickled Beet and Endive Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts is a delicious way to celebrate seasonal ingredients and satisfy your palate.

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