Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted Beet Salad

4.4 of 5 (201)
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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 201.3
  • Total Fat: 14.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 16.7 mg
  • Sodium: 311.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 14.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
  • Protein: 5.0 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Roasted Beet Salad calories by ingredient


Introduction

Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a salty contrast.
Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a salty contrast.

Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    6 red or yellow beets (1/2 pound), stems and greens removed, scrubbed
    3 tablespoons grapeseed or olive oil
    1 1/2 tablespoons tarragon or sherry vinegar
    1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
    1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
    pinch fresh cracked black pepper
    4 cup mixed salad greens
    1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

Tips

Buy your beets with the greens still attached--it's great way to check for freshness and the greens can be used for another recipe.

If you want to make this salad quickly, use precooked beets, available in the refrigerated section of the produce section.


Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Place the beets in a shallow covered baking dish. Add enough water to come 1/2 inch up the dish.

Cover and roast for an hour or until beets are easily pierced by a paring knife.

While the beets are cooking, prepare the vinaigrette. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and chopped herbs in a mixing bowl. Slowly whisk in the oil.

Remove the beets from the oven. When cool enough to handle, rub off the skins or peel with a small paring knife.

Chop the cooked beets into 1/2 inch cubes, then toss with the dressing.

Divide the greens onto four plates. Top each serving with 1 cup marinated beets. Sprinkle on the feta cheese and serve immediately.

Serving size: 1 cup greens, 2 tablespoons feta, and 1 cup of beet salad

Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Incredible!
    62 of 62 people found this review helpful
    Extremely tasty - but I did omit the mint and I substituted balsamic vinegar for the tarragon/sherry vinegar (basically because I always have balsamic vinegar in my pantry). Fresh roasted beets are a treat all by themselves, and this recipe did a fine job of highlighting their fantastic flavor. - 10/26/09


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    Very Good
    42 of 42 people found this review helpful
    Yummy! I used Montechevre goat cheese instead of feta - less calories and way less sodium - 3/12/10


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    Very Good
    25 of 26 people found this review helpful
    Love beets! Great idea to roast instead of boil--brings out the great flavor better. Also, I like to refrigerate the beets after pouring on the dressing but before adding them to the salad greens. I just like beets cold on a salad. - 4/13/10


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    24 of 25 people found this review helpful
    I'll definitely try but as an aside - I've roasted beets for ions...truly roast,slice with skins on, spray pan with pam, rinse beets, put in pan, sometimes put olive oil (a tad) over, bake in preheated oven @ 450 for 20-25 minutes. eat (like thick potato chips but far healthier) - 8/18/10


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    Incredible!
    21 of 24 people found this review helpful
    I love beets, and beet greens, too! If you like spinach, you'll love beet greens. So cool to eat every part of a plant. I cook the beets separately, start the stems a few minutes before adding the leaves...better than spinach! - 6/21/10


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    13 of 16 people found this review helpful
    My vote is to saute the beet greens with some garlic and onion. This turns them into the tastiest side dish. With the moisture of the greens, you don't need much fat or oil for sauteeing. Beets are amazing! - 8/24/10


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    Very Good
    13 of 13 people found this review helpful
    I love beets any way but this was delicious. I couldn't find yellow beets so I just used red. - 12/8/09


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    10 of 14 people found this review helpful
    In the past I have made a similar salad that had goat cheese in place of Feta and was topped with toasted walnuts with a dressing containing walnut oil - delish. I will have to try this variation also it sounds good and we always have feta on hand. - 5/10/10


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    Incredible!
    10 of 15 people found this review helpful
    Roasted beets - YUM! Greens are delicious steamed with a bit of cabernet vinegar. - 4/13/10


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    Incredible!
    8 of 10 people found this review helpful
    I love beets. As a child we would get them from the garden, wash them off with the hose, and eat them like an apple. They are delicious, so this recipe was a MUST try. It was great. Thanks. - 4/15/10


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    Incredible!
    8 of 8 people found this review helpful
    ohhh, this was so good! - 12/12/09


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    Incredible!
    8 of 10 people found this review helpful
    YUMMY!!!!! My husband and I really enjoyed this salad. We both did add a little more olive/vinegar to the salad, but otherwise EXCELLENT! - 9/27/09


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    Incredible!
    7 of 7 people found this review helpful
    This was absolutely fantastic - great blend of flavors. I will be making this all the time!! - 2/4/10


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    7 of 10 people found this review helpful
    Wow that was really nice! we grow beets every year and I usually pickle them but that was a lovely dish!! - 12/6/09


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    Very Good
    6 of 6 people found this review helpful
    This was the first time I ever used fresh beets!! It was a nice change. - 4/20/10


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    Incredible!
    5 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Excellent! We loved this salad. We had a abundance of beets from the garden and this was a fresh and different way to enjoy them. My hubby even loved it. I did leave out the mint, not a fan, and used balsamic vinegar and it was delicious! - 8/19/10


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    Incredible!
    5 of 8 people found this review helpful
    I've never really liked beets but a few years ago in Atlantic City we went to a restaurant that had a similar recipe on their appetizers - YUM!! The only difference was their's has a lemon poppyseed vinaigrette and also topped with pistachios... it is very awesome and highly recommend!! - 8/18/10


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    Incredible!
    5 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Fabulous! I made this for a potluck cookout and it was a hit. Mixed in some walnuts, too. Yum! - 5/23/10


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    Very Good
    5 of 6 people found this review helpful
    I used balsamic vinegar as I don't like tarragon/sherry vinegar. I also did not use the mint because the family does not like it. But other than that it was really good - a hit with the guys and I got three thumbs up. - 5/4/10


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    5 of 8 people found this review helpful
    Usually boil the beets, never thought of baking them...great idea....love beets..... - 2/9/10


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    Incredible!
    5 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Oh yes! I love roasted beetroot but this was extra good. - 12/8/09


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    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Try with a little garlic & shallots mixed in. - 6/21/10


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    Incredible!
    4 of 5 people found this review helpful
    I had a similar dish in a VERY fancy restaurant. This was just as delicious...thanks! - 5/24/10


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    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Simple and easy. Tasty too! - 2/25/10


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    Good
    3 of 5 people found this review helpful
    thank you for the recipe. - 4/13/10


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    3 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Wow! not many beet recipes out there! And they are sweet! Thanks for sharing this. - 10/6/09


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    Very Good
    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Good starting point! I've been making a salad like this for a while - it's one of my staples!! I like soft goat cheese (like Montchevre) instead of feta and apple cider vinegar in the dressing. I also prefer to leave out the herbs and add a few toasted walnuts for crunch. - 2/22/11


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    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    sounds yummy....
    I like beets with some vinager and a little pepper and cut up onions. yummy too.     - 7/23/10


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    2 of 5 people found this review helpful
    One thing about Chef Meg's recipes--I wish she would indicate whether T is TSP or TSB, because there is quite a difference in them. - 7/23/10


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    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    wow another tasty way to eat beets!!! - 6/21/10


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    Very Good
    2 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Love beets! I also par cook them and slice on the thicker side and bbq them! they get a lovely roasted flavour. - 5/28/10


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    Incredible!
    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Really great! And I thought I didn't like beets. (Guess it was all those canned ones in my youth) My husband is anxious to try it as he loves beets, he's just not fond of vinegar or feta cheese. Although I bought Public Goat cheese, seemed to have lowest sodium. - 5/6/10


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    Very Good
    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Easy to make and very good. - 4/30/10


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    Incredible!
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    very good! - 4/20/10


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    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    I don't eat beets but the husband just loved it :) I added more vinegar and it did smell great! He didn't need the greens he could eat it just out of the bowl! - 4/17/10


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    2 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Love beets - 4/13/10


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    Very Good
    2 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Outstanding salad!! - 2/25/10


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    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
    yum - 12/10/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    very good - 12/10/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Yum! I subbed goat cheese (chevre) for feta, because that's what I had on hand. I added some chopped pecans on top for crunch (and for protein). - 8/19/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    I followed the recipe and it was great!

    (Just ok without the salad and cheese though so don't be disappointed if you take a taste of just the beets.)     - 7/26/10


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    1 of 4 people found this review helpful
    I love beets! - 6/21/10


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    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Can't wait to try this recipe. - 4/16/10


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    Very Good
    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    This recipe is exactly what I needed! Been wanting to try fresh beets, BF doesn't like 'em, but I think beets are great! - 4/15/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Excellent - 4/15/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    We had this yesterday evening. My husband adored it. With so many variations possible we'll be having this time and again. - 4/14/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Why does one need a recipe from a great chef for a simple salad beats me! Variety of salads is what we eat for lunch daily in summer...this is one of them give or take an ingredient. Love beets...Enjoy! - 4/13/10


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    Very Good
    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Having just gotten beets in my CSA box this week. I have been looking for recipes and I think I have found a keeper. I love beets in my salads. Thanks Chef Meg! - 4/13/10


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    Very Good
    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Very good. I love beets. Thanks for the recipe!! - 4/13/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 4 people found this review helpful
    I have never known how to do beets to do them justice! thanks! - 3/15/10


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    Good
    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
    good salad - 11/6/09


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    Incredible!
    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Ohhhhhh Chef Meg . . . . - 10/9/09


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    loved this - 6/6/21


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    Num! - 6/2/21


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    I love beets! - 5/27/21


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    Incredible!
    Wow what a great taste! I ate so many red beets from the can when I grew up that I hated them. But this converted me. Have served this at many dinners and receive rave reviews. - 4/28/21


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    yummy - 1/23/21


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    I love beets and this looks wonderful. I will definitely try it. - 1/18/21


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    Incredible!
    I love beets! Yummy flavors! - 1/16/21


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    Very Good
    Making this for New Year's Eve!
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    O.K.
    Ok only - 10/15/20


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    Very Good
    I put the beets in the fridge to marinate. Made it early and just had to toss together. Super easy. - 9/4/20


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    Incredible!
    Tasty and healthy - 7/29/20


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    Great! - 7/15/20


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    Incredible!
    Awesome - 4/14/20


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    Like my beets with butter and salt the best. - 3/22/20


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    Incredible!
    yum - 3/2/20


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    Interesting. I prefer my beets pickled. - 11/26/19


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    Looks yummy. Will give it a try. - 10/11/19


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    Very Good
    enjoyed without the feta - 8/12/19


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    Incredible!
    my husbands favorite - 8/8/19


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    Incredible!
    Delicious - 8/8/19


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    Incredible!
    Love this salad - 5/23/19


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    Delicious salad!! - 3/12/19


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    Incredible!
    Yummy! - 3/6/19


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    Incredible!
    This was absolutely perfect - 2/26/19


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    thanks - 1/5/19


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    I am always surprised by how sweet fresh beets are, nothing like the things you get in a can. - 12/1/18


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    So many complex flavors! - 11/16/18


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    Bad
    Not a fan. - 9/25/18


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    I love roasted beets. - 9/14/18


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    Very Good
    OMitted the mint, and subbed blue cheese crumbles for the geta cheese. - 8/28/18


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    Incredible!
    I love this Roasted Beet Salad Recipe! Delicious! - 8/9/18


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    I'll have to try this. - 8/5/18


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    I love salads and beets so this is a great combo. I used more feta than it called for - 7/11/18


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    Very Good
    I liked this recipe. - 6/26/18


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    Good
    I am the only one even trying this. Used the feta, but no mint. Will make again if we have company so someone else can enjoy. - 5/25/18


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    Good
    Good - 5/24/18


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    different - 5/20/18


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    Delicious - 5/8/18


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    great - 5/7/18


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    I like beets... - 4/6/18


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    Very Good
    I love any beet salad. And, I like to change up the additions. For instance, for something new try swapping out the Feta Cheese for a Blue Cheese like Gorgonzola. Some pecans are a good addition too. With these changes I prefer olive oil and Balsamic vinegar. - 3/19/18


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    You say it is good so I will try it! - 3/15/18


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    yummy - 3/11/18


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    Yum-O! - 3/8/18


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    Good
    Kinda of exotic..... not really used to beets either so they'll like broccoli I'll have to learn to enjoy the taste. - 2/13/18


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    Incredible!
    This is great!
    - 2/9/18


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    Incredible!
    This is easy and delicious! I love the touch of mint. - 2/3/18


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    This was really good. I did omit the mint. - 1/28/18