Description
Vibrant Beet and Orange Salad with Creamy Feta and Crunchy Pistachios is a delightful medley of flavors that will elevate any meal. Combining earthy roasted beets, bright oranges, creamy feta, and crunchy pistachios, this salad is both visually stunning and nutritious. Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or a refreshing weeknight dinner, it’s quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your taste. Serve it as a light main course or a vibrant side dish that impresses at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized beets
- 2 juicy navel oranges
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap whole beets in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for about 60 minutes until fork-tender. Allow them to cool before peeling.
- While the beets roast, peel and segment the oranges into bite-sized pieces.
- Crumble the feta cheese into large pieces.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pistachios for about three minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted beets, orange segments, crumbled feta, and toasted pistachios.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Substitute goat cheese for feta for a different flavor profile. Add arugula or spinach for extra greens. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.