Roasted Beet Salad
- Total Time
- 1:25
- Prep
- 0:15
- Cook
- 1:10
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
Tangy citrus salad is a delicious complement to sweet roasted beets. The combination is a wonderful addition to any Valentine's Day menu.
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uncooked beets½ pound(s), red (about 2 medium)
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olive oil2 tsp
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tangerine(s)1 medium, peeled, divided into segments, pits removed
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uncooked red onion(s)2 Tbsp, chopped, chopped
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uncooked celery1 rib(s), medium, chopped
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white wine vinegar2 tsp
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dry mustard¼ tsp
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table salt¼ tsp
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black pepper¼ tsp, freshly ground
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place beets on a large piece of aluminum foil; drizzle with oil. Fold foil to form a tightly sealed packet. Place packet on a baking sheet and roast until beets are tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour.
- Cool beets for 10 minutes, open packet (be careful of escaping steam), slip off beets' skins with a paring knife and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Place beets in a serving bowl. Add tangerine, onion and celery; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over beets and toss to mix and coat. Serve immediately. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.