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Creamy Roasted Beet and Sweet Potato Salad with Honey Goat Cheese


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium beets, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups arugula (or other mixed greens)
  • ½ cup honey goat cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

For the Balsamic Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Vegetables

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a baking sheet, toss the beet wedges with 1½ tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer.
  3. On a separate baking sheet, toss the sweet potato cubes with the remaining 1½ tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roast the vegetables in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking. Remove and let them cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Dressing

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

  1. In a large salad bowl, add the arugula or mixed greens.
  2. Add the slightly cooled roasted beets and sweet potatoes to the bowl.
  3. Crumble the honey goat cheese over the salad.
  4. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pecans and fresh thyme leaves, if using.

Step 4: Dress the Salad

  1. Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad.
  2. Gently toss to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Serve immediately while the salad is fresh and the roasted vegetables are still slightly warm. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Protein: 8g