Description
A refreshing and vibrant summer salad combining earthy roasted beets with bright citrus oranges, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with a simple balsamic vinegar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh beets (250g)
- 2 juicy navel oranges
- 4 cups baby spinach (120g)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75g)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (30ml)
Instructions
- Prepare Beets: Trim tops and boil beets in salted water for 30-40 minutes until tender, or roast at 400°F (200°C) wrapped in foil for about an hour
- Cool and Cut: Once cool, peel and cut the beets into bite-sized cubes or wedges
- Segment Oranges: Slice off both ends, follow the curve to remove skin, then gently release segments into a bowl
- Combine Base: In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, cubed beets, and orange segments; toss gently
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad and drizzle with balsamic vinegar
- Serve: Transfer to plates or serve family-style from the bowl; garnish as desired
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling beets to prevent staining your hands and cutting board
- Test beet doneness by inserting a fork – it should slide in easily without resistance
- Chill orange segments in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for extra refreshment
- Add the dressing just before serving to prevent the spinach from wilting
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145 calories
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
Keywords: Beet Orange Summer Salad, summer salad, healthy salad, beet salad, orange salad, vegetarian, gluten-free, fresh salad