The flavors and textures in this beet salad with goat cheese, green apple, and honey go so well together. The sour green apple goes well with the earthy sweetness of the roasted beets. The creamy goat cheese adds richness, and the chopped walnuts give it a satisfying crunch. It all goes so well together with the simple dressing made of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey. This salad looks beautiful and tastes great, so it's great for any occasion as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients: 2 large beets, roasted, peeled, and sliced. 1 green apple, thinly sliced. 2 oz goat cheese, crumbled. 2 tbsp chopped walnuts. 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar. 1 tsp honey or sugar-free substitute. Salt and pepper, to taste. Fresh basil leaves, for garnish optional.
Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the roasted and sliced beets, thinly sliced green apple, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or sugar-free substitute, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
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