Description
This vibrant and earthy salad features sweet roasted beets and carrots paired with creamy burrata and a zesty citrus vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or elegant appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Roasted Beets & Carrots:
- 2 medium beets, peeled & cut into wedges
- 2 large carrots, peeled & cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme leaves)
For the Salad:
- 1 ball burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 cups arugula or mixed greens
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pistachios or walnuts
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
- Fresh basil or mint leaves for garnish
For the Citrus Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Roast the Beets & Carrots:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss beets and carrots with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and thyme on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
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Prepare the Citrus Vinaigrette:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange arugula or mixed greens on a serving plate.
- Add roasted beets and carrots on top.
- Tear the burrata and scatter it over the salad.
- Sprinkle with toasted pistachios and pomegranate seeds.
- Drizzle with the citrus vinaigrette and garnish with fresh basil or mint.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with crusty bread or warm pita on the side.
Notes
- If you prefer a more tangy salad, feel free to adjust the citrus vinaigrette with more lemon juice or orange juice.
- This salad can be served warm or chilled.
- Add extra protein, such as grilled chicken or chickpeas, to make it a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
- Calories: Approx. 290 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg