Roasted Beet Salad (Printable Recipe)

A colorful salad with roasted beets, goat cheese, walnuts, and honey-Dijon vinaigrette.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette

01 - 2 tablespoons honey
02 - 1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
03 - 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
04 - 1½ tablespoons minced shallots
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Salad Components

08 - 10 ounces mixed greens
09 - ½ lb vacuum-packed roasted beets, cut into wedges
10 - ½ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
11 - 3 ounces goat cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced shallots, salt and pepper until well combined.
02 - While whisking constantly, slowly add vegetable oil in a steady stream until dressing is emulsified. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a jar, cover with lid, and shake vigorously to blend.
03 - Taste vinaigrette and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or vinegar to preference.
04 - Place mixed greens in a large bowl, drizzle with half the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Add remaining vinaigrette as desired and toss again.
05 - Arrange dressed greens on a large platter or divide onto individual plates. Top with roasted beet wedges, chopped walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - High-quality vacuum-packed roasted beets are available in most grocery produce sections and make preparation effortless
02 - Dress greens at the last minute to prevent wilting and sogginess
03 - Add beets last during assembly to prevent pink tinting of other ingredients
04 - Vinaigrette can be made up to 4 days ahead and stored refrigerated
05 - Transform into a main course by adding sliced steak, grilled chicken, or pan-seared salmon