Go Back
Homemade Winter Citrus Roasted Beet Salad photo

Winter Citrus Roasted Beet Salad

This Winter Citrus Roasted Beet Salad is a vibrant and nutritious delight, perfect for winter gatherings!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2.5 ounces baby spinach
  • 2.5 ounces baby arugula
  • 1 medium beet roasted and cooled
  • 1 clementine peeled and sectioned
  • 1 blood orange peeled and sectioned
  • 1 avocado peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon hulled hemp hearts
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese or goat cheese
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil or olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • A pinch sea salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Roast the Beets. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beet in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet. Roast for about 45-60 minutes, or until it’s fork-tender. Once done, let it cool before peeling and slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Citrus. While the beets are cooling, peel the clementine and blood orange, sectioning them into delightful little wedges. Set them aside.
  3. Step 3: Assemble the Greens. In a large mixing bowl, combine the baby spinach and arugula. This mix provides a wonderful base for your salad, adding both flavor and nutrition.
  4. Step 4: Add the Goodies. Toss in the roasted beet slices, clementine wedges, blood orange sections, and chopped avocado. Next, sprinkle the shelled pistachios, hemp hearts, feta cheese (or goat cheese), dried cranberries, and chopped pecans over the top for a glorious crunch.
  5. Step 5: Whisk the Dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the avocado oil (or olive oil), fresh lemon juice, pure maple syrup, dried oregano, and a pinch of sea salt. This dressing will tie all the flavors together beautifully.
  6. Step 6: Dress the Salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure each bite is coated in that delightful citrus dressing.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Enjoy. Serve the salad immediately, allowing everyone to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients. It’s the perfect dish to brighten up any winter table!

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, omit the pistachios and pecans or substitute with sunflower seeds.
  • If you’re vegan, replace the cheese with a plant-based alternative or simply omit it.
  • Use quinoa or farro for added protein and texture if you prefer a heartier salad.