Description
Beet Salad with Spinach and Honey-Mustard Lemon Dressing is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings together the earthy sweetness of beets, the freshness of spinach, and the zesty tang of a homemade honey-mustard dressing. This salad is not only visually stunning but also quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its bright colors and delightful flavors, this salad can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course. Enjoy the refreshing combination of ingredients in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb cooked beets, sliced
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 2 cups mandarin orange segments
- 1/3 cup red onions, sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
- For the dressing: extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the beets by roasting or boiling them ahead of time. Slice when cooled.
- In a small bowl, mix sliced beets with olive oil and honey.
- For the dressing, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice in a mason jar; shake until well mixed.
- In individual bowls or a large serving bowl, layer baby spinach first. Top with mandarin oranges, red onion, toasted pine nuts, and drizzle with dressing before gently tossing.
- Finish by adding honey-coated beets and crumbled feta on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 250g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg