Description
A hearty and colorful salad with roasted beets, sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, and a tangy citrus dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 medium beets, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- For the dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cubed beets and sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized, stirring halfway. Let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, roasted vegetables, diced avocado, feta cheese, and walnuts.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American