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Beet Salad with Spinach and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing

Beet Salad with Spinach and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing

Indulge in the vibrant and nutritious Beet Salad with Spinach and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing. This delightful blend features earthy roasted beets, fresh spinach, juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy pine nuts, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for any occasion—be it a light lunch, an elegant dinner side, or a colorful appetizer—this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. In just 15 minutes, you can create a dish that impresses both in taste and presentation. Customize it with seasonal ingredients for a truly personal touch!

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb cooked beets (sliced)
  • 5 oz baby spinach
  • 2 cups mandarin orange segments
  • 1/3 cup sliced red onions
  • 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pre-cook the beets by roasting or boiling until tender.
  2. In a small bowl, mix cooked beets with olive oil and honey.
  3. For the dressing, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice in a mason jar; shake well.
  4. Assemble individual bowls with spinach at the base; layer mandarin oranges, red onions, toasted pine nuts, and drizzle dressing.
  5. Top each serving with honey-coated beets and crumbled feta cheese.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting/Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet for enhanced nuttiness. Prepare dressing and beets ahead of time to save on prep time. Feel free to swap spinach for arugula or mixed greens for variety.