Beet Salad Recipe
A warm salad of local beets-candy stripe, golden and cabernet-with watercress, and crumbled goat cheese
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Roast the Beets
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and trim the beets, then wrap each in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet and roast for about 45-60 minutes, or until fork-tender. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and peel the skins off.
- 2
Prepare the Salad
Once the beets are cooled and peeled, slice them into wedges. In a large bowl, combine the sliced beets and watercress.
- 3
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the dressing over the beet and watercress mixture. Toss gently to coat. Top with crumbled goat cheese before serving.
