Beet, Goat Cheese, And Avocado Salad Recipe

Name: Beet, Goat Cheese, And Avocado Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large beets (about 1 1/2 lb.); 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 (4-oz.) package watercress, thoroughly washed*; 2 small avocados, sliced; 1/2 (4-oz.) goat cheese log, crumbled; 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion; Freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 large beets (about 1 1/2 lb.)
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/4 cup olive oil
1 (4-oz.) package watercress, thoroughly washed*
2 small avocados, sliced
1/2 (4-oz.) goat cheese log, crumbled
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
Freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Trim beet stems to 1 inch; gently wash, and place in a 3 1/2-qt. saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until tender. Remove beets from heat; drain, rinse, and cool completely (about 25 to 30 minutes). Peel and cut beets into eighths.
2
Whisk together orange zest and next 3 ingredients. Gradually add olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until blended.
3
Line a serving platter with watercress. Arrange beets and avocado slices in alternating rows (2 each) on top of watercress. Sprinkle with goat cheese, onion, and freshly ground pepper to taste. Serve with orange vinaigrette.
4
*1 (6-oz.) package fresh baby spinach may be substituted.

210

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large beets (about 1 1/2 lb.), 1 teaspoon orange zest, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar, and more.

Yes, Beet, Goat Cheese, And Avocado 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.

Beet, Goat Cheese, And Avocado Salad

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