Indulge in Creamy Roasted Beet Salad with Sweet Potato Feta for a Fresh Twist!
A delightful and creamy roasted beet salad featuring sweet potatoes and feta cheese, perfect for a fresh and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beets, roasted and diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed sweet potato with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast the sweet potato for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
- Meanwhile, roast the beets in foil for about 45 minutes until soft, then peel and dice.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted beets, sweet potatoes, mixed greens, and walnuts.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and additional olive oil, then toss gently.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Feel free to add other toppings like avocado or chickpeas for extra protein.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg