Vibrant Summer Salad Recipe: Roasted Beet and Citrus Delight

Vibrant Summer Salad Recipe: Roasted Beet and Citrus Delight

May 27, 2025 Written by Charlotte

Today’s Culinary Creation: Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad

Hello, fellow foodies! Today, I am excited to share a vibrant and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer gathering or a light lunch at home. This Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad is a symphony of flavors and colors that will surely impress your taste buds. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

  • 3 medium beets, roasted and sliced
  • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
  • 100g arugula
  • 50g crumbled feta cheese
  • 50g chopped pistachios
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • salad bowl

To begin, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the beets on a baking sheet. Roast them for about 45-60 minutes or until tender. Let them cool before peeling and slicing them into rounds.

In a large salad bowl, combine the roasted beet slices, orange segments, grapefruit segments, and arugula. Toss gently to mix everything together.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and chopped pistachios for added texture and flavor.

Pro Tip:

For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a sprinkle of za’atar spice blend to the salad before serving. It brings a unique Middle Eastern twist to this already delicious dish!

This Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad weighs approximately 800g and serves 4. Each serving is around 200g with an estimated calorie count of 250 per serving. I hope you enjoy making and savoring this colorful and nutritious salad. Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients and make it your own. Happy cooking!

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