Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Creamy Roasted Beet Salad featuring tender sweet potatoes, tangy feta cheese, and a luscious creamy dressing. A perfect blend of textures and tastes in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 2 medium beets (peeled and cut into wedges)
- 1 large sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (toasted)
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
For the Creamy Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast Vegetables: Place beet wedges and sweet potato cubes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Assemble Salad: Arrange mixed greens in a serving bowl. Top with roasted beets and sweet potatoes. Sprinkle feta, walnuts, and cranberries. Drizzle with creamy dressing before serving.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This salad is delicious chilled, perfect for meal prep or potlucks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
