Description
Moroccan Beet Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines roasted beets with zesty oranges and fragrant herbs. This flavorful vegan salad not only looks stunning on any table but is also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal side for gatherings or a healthy lunch option. With its easy preparation and ability to be made in advance, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you still want to impress your guests with something delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium red beets
- ½ small red onion
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Wrap each beet in tin foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 40-50 minutes until tender.
- Allow the beets to cool, peel off the skins, and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Add the beets, sliced onion, mint, and cilantro to the dressing and toss gently until coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg