Description
Winter Kale & Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese is a delightful, nourishing dish that celebrates winter produce. This vibrant salad features earthy roasted beets, crisp kale, and creamy goat cheese, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette and topped with crunchy walnuts. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy dinners, it offers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will impress your guests while keeping your meal light and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 2 medium-sized beets, roasted (approx. 1 cup)
- ? cup crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ? cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C). Wrap beets in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool before peeling and slicing.
- While the beets roast, wash and dry kale. Remove stems, chop leaves into bite-sized pieces, and massage with olive oil in a bowl.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts until fragrant (5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine kale, sliced roasted beets, toasted walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or transfer to plates for family-style dining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg