Description
Indulge in a vibrant Spinach Salad with Beets that bursts with flavor and texture! This delightful dish features earthy roasted beets, fresh spinach, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts, all brought together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a crowd-pleaser at potlucks and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 medium roasted beets (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap beets in foil and roast for about 45 minutes until tender. Let cool, then peel and slice into wedges.
- Rinse spinach under cold water and dry thoroughly in a salad spinner or colander.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, beet wedges, red onion slices, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately on plates or leave in the bowl for guests to help themselves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg