Ingredients
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For the Roasted Vegetables:
- 2 medium-sized beets, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
For the Salad:
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
- 5–6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, baby spinach, or kale)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted walnuts or pecans
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Beets and Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the diced beets with 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder. Spread evenly on one half of the baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the remaining olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and ground cumin. Spread evenly on the other half of the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until the vegetables are tender and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Dressing
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and honey until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency by adding a bit of water if the dressing is too thick.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens and chopped mint leaves.
- Add the roasted beets and sweet potatoes over the greens, followed by the crumbled feta, pomegranate seeds, and chopped roasted walnuts.
Step 4: Drizzle the Dressing
- Just before serving, drizzle the creamy yogurt-tahini dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. Alternatively, serve the dressing on the side for a self-serve option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 450mg
- Protein: 10g