Beet Apple Walnut Salad Recipe

Name: Beet Apple Walnut Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb beet, trimmed (2 large); 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon garlic, Finely-chopped; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; ½ cup olive oil; 8 cups mixed baby greens (about 4 Oz); 2 medium apples, cored; ½ cup gorgonzola, Crumbled; ½ cup caramelized walnuts; 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, Chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb beet, trimmed (2 large)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic, Finely-chopped
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup olive oil
8 cups mixed baby greens (about 4 Oz)
2 medium apples, cored
½ cup gorgonzola, Crumbled
½ cup caramelized walnuts
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, Chopped

1
Cook the beets in boiling water until tender, 25 to 35 minutes.
2
Place in a bowl of ice water.
3
Slip off the skins.
4
To make the dressing, whisk together the mustard, vinegar, garlic and salt and pepper to taste.
5
Slowly drizzle in the oil, continuing to whisk.
6
Toss the greens in dressing (reserving some dressing for the beets) and divide the greens among 4 serving plates.
7
Cut the beets and apples into large (half-inch) dice.
8
In a bowl, combine the beet and apple cubes with the cheese, walnuts, parsley and desired amount of dressing (saving the remaining dressing for another use).
9
Spoon the mixture over the dressed lettuce and serve.

389

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb beet, trimmed (2 large), 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic, Finely-chopped, and more.

Yes, Beet Apple Walnut Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beet Apple Walnut Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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