Roasted Beet and Shallot Salad over Wilted Beet Greens and Arugula

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
35%
Roasted Beet and Shallot Salad over Wilted Beet Greens and Arugula
45 min.
4
177kcal

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Elevate your plate with a vibrant Roasted Beet and Shallot Salad that beautifully combines earthy flavors and fresh greens. This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes with its stunning hues, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any meal, this salad makes an exquisite side dish or a light antipasto, ideal for special occasions or casual gatherings.

Rich in nutrients and completely plant-based, this salad aligns perfectly with a vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free lifestyle, making it a versatile choice for any dining table. The star of the show, roasted beets, offer a naturally sweet taste that pairs wonderfully with the caramelized shallots. The incorporation of wilting beet greens alongside peppery arugula adds a refreshing touch, while a drizzle of balsamic vinegar rounds out the flavor profile with a tangy finish.

Not only is this salad delicious, but it’s also simple enough to throw together in just 45 minutes, allowing you to focus on enjoying your time with family and friends. With each vibrant bite, you'll savor the wholesome goodness and enjoy the delightful texture contrasts, courtesy of toasted walnuts, which add a satisfying crunch. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and start preparing this colorful masterpiece that promises to be a hit at your next meal!

Ingredients

  • ounces arugula trimmed
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 1.5 pounds beets 
  • teaspoons cider vinegar 
  • teaspoons olive oil divided
  • teaspoon orange rind grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  •  shallots peeled halved
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Trim beets, reserving greens. Wrap beets in foil.
  3. Place beets and shallots on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Coat shallots with cooking spray.
  4. Bake at 425 for 25 minutes or until shallots are lightly browned.
  5. Remove shallots from pan. Return beets to oven; bake an additional 35 minutes or until beets are tender. Cool. Peel beets; cut into 1/2-inch wedges.
  6. Place beets, shallots, vinegar, rind, 1 teaspoon oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; toss well.
  7. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add reserved beet greens to pan; saut 1 minute or until greens begin to wilt. Stir in sugar, cider, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  9. Remove pan from heat.
  10. Add arugula; stir just until wilted.
  11. Place about 1 cup greens mixture on each of 4 plates.
  12. Sprinkle each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons walnuts; top each serving with 3/4 cup beet mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein12.03%
Fat27.77%
Carbs60.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.52
Glycemic Load
10.75
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.181304237117%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Luteolin
0.63mg
Isorhamnetin
1.52mg
Kaempferol
12.36mg
Quercetin
3.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.76kcal
8.84%
Fat:5.84g
8.98%
Saturated Fat:0.67g
4.17%
Carbohydrates:28.47g
9.49%
Net Carbohydrates:21.15g
7.69%
Sugar:17.9g
19.89%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:440.14mg
19.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.69g
11.38%
Folate:241.83µg
60.46%
Manganese:1mg
50.12%
Vitamin K:40.71µg
38.77%
Fiber:7.32g
29.27%
Potassium:880.09mg
25.15%
Vitamin C:18.4mg
22.3%
Magnesium:74.9mg
18.73%
Vitamin A:902.15IU
18.04%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17%
Iron:2.68mg
14.86%
Copper:0.28mg
14%
Phosphorus:134.83mg
13.48%
Calcium:109.58mg
10.96%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.73%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.48%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.86%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.18%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.76%
Selenium:2.16µg
3.08%
Source:My Recipes