Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsDjangoBeet Salad Recipe

Beet Salad Recipe

Inspired by Django
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Mixed greens, roasted beets, bleu cheese, toasted pecans, pickled onion, balsamic vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Beets

  1. 1

    Roasting the Beets

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Allow to cool, then peel and cut into wedges.

Preparing the Pickled Onion

  1. 2

    Pickling the Onion

    Slice the onion thinly and place it in a small bowl. Cover with vinegar and let sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.

Making the Dressing

  1. 3

    Balsamic Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combining Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted beet wedges, pickled onion, bleu cheese, and toasted pecans. Drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.

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