Roasted Beet and Radicchio Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Roasted Beet and Radicchio Salad
45 min.
4
358kcal
100%sweetness
90.6%saltiness
41.99%sourness
72.86%bitterness
40.9%savoriness
87.14%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This roasted beet and radicchio salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The sweetness of the beets pairs perfectly with the bitterness of the radicchio, and the mint and queso fresco add a refreshing touch. This salad is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients. It's a good source of vitamins A, C, K, and B6, as well as manganese, fiber, and potassium.

What's more, this salad is vegetarian and gluten-free, so it's a great option if you have dietary restrictions or are simply looking for a healthier alternative. The preparation is simple and straightforward, and the result is a beautiful and flavorful dish that's sure to impress.

Beets are an excellent source of essential nutrients, including fiber, folate, and manganese. They also contain nitrates, which have been linked to improved blood flow and lower blood pressure. Radicchio, on the other hand, is a type of chicory leaf that is often used in Italian cuisine. It has a bitter taste and is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, folate, and manganese.

By combining these two superfoods, this salad becomes a nutritional powerhouse. The addition of mint and queso fresco brings a refreshing twist to the dish, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or a side dish to accompany your favorite meal.

Ingredients

  • large beets 
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • small head radicchio thinly 
  • small onion red
  • bunch radishes 
  • cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup queso fresco crumbled (or cotija)
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • tablespoon honey 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400* F. Trim the beets and place them in a baking dish.
  2. Drizzle the beets with 1 tablespoon of oil. Cover and roast for 30-35 minutesuntil fork tender.
  3. Cut the head of radicchio into quarters.
  4. Remove the core and slice into thin strips.
  5. Place the radicchio in a bowl of ice water for 20-30 minutes to reduce the bitterness.
  6. Slice the onion and radishes very thin. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 Tb. of oil, vinegar, honey, garlic, salt and pepper.
  7. When the beets have cooled a bit, peel off the skin and slice them into thin wedges.
  8. Toss the radicchio, beets, onions, radishes, and mint with the vinaigrette. Top with crumbled queso fresco and serve.
  9. Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts

Calories358kcal
Protein10.7%
Fat48.71%
Carbs40.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.32
Glycemic Load
14.76
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.755652173913%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
47.62mg
Delphinidin
2.88mg
Pelargonidin
7.89mg
Eriodictyol
3.48mg
Hesperetin
1.14mg
Apigenin
0.62mg
Luteolin
16.7mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.29mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
17.77mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
90.6%
Sourness:
41.99%
Bitterness:
72.86%
Savoriness:
40.9%
Fattiness:
87.14%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:358.46kcal
17.92%
Fat:20.16g
31.01%
Saturated Fat:5.03g
31.41%
Carbohydrates:37.8g
12.6%
Net Carbohydrates:28.19g
10.25%
Sugar:24.86g
27.62%
Cholesterol:15.78mg
5.26%
Sodium:984.6mg
42.81%
Protein:9.96g
19.92%
Vitamin K:105.52µg
100.5%
Folate:341.93µg
85.48%
Manganese:1.18mg
59.08%
Fiber:9.61g
38.44%
Potassium:1173.75mg
33.54%
Vitamin C:24.11mg
29.22%
Phosphorus:233.21mg
23.32%
Calcium:220.86mg
22.09%
Magnesium:87.11mg
21.78%
Vitamin E:3.07mg
20.44%
Copper:0.4mg
20.12%
Iron:3.3mg
18.33%
Vitamin A:765.02IU
15.3%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.43%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.4%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.02%
Selenium:7.03µg
10.04%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.34%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.08%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.41%
Vitamin B3:1.28mg
6.4%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.12%
Source:Foodista