Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 large beets, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 ball of fresh burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup arugula or mixed greens
For the Pumpkin Seed Pesto
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Honey Dressing
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Grill the Sweet Potatoes and Beets
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Toss the sweet potato and beet slices in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the vegetables for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender with grill marks. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Pumpkin Seed Pesto
- In a food processor, combine the toasted pumpkin seeds, basil, parsley, and garlic. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely chopped.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse a few more times.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3: Make the Lemon Honey Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and olive oil until well combined.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Step 4: Assemble the Salad
- Arrange the arugula or mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates.
- Place the grilled sweet potatoes and beets on top of the greens in an alternating pattern.
- Tear the burrata into pieces and place it over the grilled vegetables.
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the salad for color and flavor.
Step 5: Drizzle with Pesto and Dressing
- Spoon the pumpkin seed pesto over the salad, allowing some of it to drizzle over the burrata and vegetables.
- Lightly drizzle the lemon honey dressing over the entire salad.
- Add a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired, before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sodium: 340mg
- Protein: 10g