Description
A vibrant and healthy Roasted Beet Orange Avocado Salad featuring tender roasted beets, juicy fresh oranges, creamy avocado, and a tangy citrus vinaigrette. Perfectly balanced with goat cheese and crunchy nuts or seeds, this salad is a colorful and nutritious delight ideal for a light lunch or a refreshing side.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium Roasted Beets (roast with skin on for best flavor)
- 2 medium Fresh Oranges (can use blood oranges for more color)
- 1 medium Avocado (slice just before serving to prevent browning)
- 1/2 cup Goat Cheese or Feta (for added creaminess)
- 1/4 cup Nuts or Seeds (sunflower seeds or walnuts for crunch)
Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons Citrus Juice (mix of lemon and orange for balance)
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil (use high-quality extra virgin)
- Salt & Pepper to taste (adjust according to preference)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the whole beets in aluminum foil to retain moisture and roast them for about 45 minutes until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Fruits: While the beets are roasting, zest and segment the oranges by removing the peel and pith, then carefully cutting between the membranes to get clean segments. Slice the avocado just before assembling the salad to prevent it from browning.
- Make Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the citrus juice (a blend of lemon and orange juice), high-quality extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified to form a balanced and tangy dressing.
- Assemble Salad: Once the beets have cooled enough to handle, peel off the skins and slice them into bite-sized pieces. In a serving bowl, layer the roasted beet pieces, orange segments, and sliced avocado.
- Add Cheese and Nuts: Sprinkle goat cheese or feta over the layered salad for creaminess. Add nuts or seeds such as sunflower seeds or walnuts to provide a crunchy texture.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the prepared citrus vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss it to combine the flavors while being careful not to bruise the avocado slices.
Notes
- Roasting beets with the skin on helps retain their moisture and enhances their natural sweetness.
- Segmenting oranges (supreme) makes the salad look elegant and provides juicy, membrane-free pieces.
- Slice avocado just before serving to prevent oxidation and browning.
- You can substitute goat cheese with feta or omit for a vegan option.
- Use walnuts or sunflower seeds to add crunch and additional nutritional benefits.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to personal taste preferences.
