Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Beets, oranges and spinach sprinkled with goat cheese make a scrumptious new blend for a mixed green salad. The combination may seem unlikely, but I guarantee it will become a favorite.

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Serving size: 12
Calories per serving: 103

Ingredients:
3 medium fresh beets (about 1 pound)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon, divided
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted


Directions:
Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Wrap in foil; place on a baking sheet. Bake 50-60 minutes or until tender. Remove foil; cool completely. Peel beets and cut into wedges.

In a small bowl, whisk oil, orange zest, orange juice, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper until blended; stir in 1 tablespoon tarragon. In a large bowl, combine spinach, salad greens and remaining tarragon. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.

Transfer to a platter or divide among 12 salad plates. Top with orange sections and beets; sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Serve immediately.

Source: tasteofhome.com


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