Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy Roasted Beet Salad with Sweet Potato & Feta. This vibrant dish combines earthy roasted beets and naturally sweet sweet potatoes, creating a harmonious balance that is perfect for any meal. The creamy dressing adds richness, while the toasted nuts and crumbled feta contribute delightful textures. Not only is this salad gluten-free, but it’s also easily adaptable for vegan or nut-free diets, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether served as a side or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress with its colorful presentation and nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beets, peeled and diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups baby spinach or arugula (optional)
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons water to thin the dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the diced beets and sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 30–35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While the vegetables roast, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Toast walnuts or pecans in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Once roasted vegetables are slightly cooled, combine them with feta in a serving bowl; add greens if desired.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss gently before topping with nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg