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Roasted Beet Orange Avocado Salad

Colorful Roasted Beet Orange Avocado Salad for Fresh Flavor

A vibrant Roasted Beet Orange Avocado Salad bursting with color and flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Roasted Beets earthy depth and sweetness; roast with skin on to retain moisture and peel afterward for ease.
  • 2 large Oranges juicy brightness and vitamin C; blood oranges or mandarins can be swapped.
  • 2 medium Avocado creamy texture and healthy fats; choose ripe avocados.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts/Seeds optional; almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds work wonderfully.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs optional; try mint or parsley.
For the Citrus Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Citrus Juice using fresh juice adds vibrant flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil high-quality extra virgin olive oil enriches the salad.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper use freshly cracked pepper for an aromatic touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place whole, unpeeled beets on a baking sheet and cover them with aluminum foil. Roast for about 45 minutes or until fork-tender.
  3. While the beets cool, whisk together fresh citrus juice and zest, then gradually incorporate olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Once the beets have cooled, peel the skin, slice into rounds, segment the oranges, and dice the avocados.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced roasted beets, segmented oranges, and diced avocado.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
  7. Garnish with nuts/seeds and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store salad components separately for best freshness. Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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