Roasted Beetroot and Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
- • 600 g medium beetroots
- • 200 g quinoa
- • 480 ml vegetable broth
- • 100 g baby spinach
- • 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
- • 60 g walnuts, toasted and chopped
- • 50 g red onion, thinly sliced
- • 60 ml olive oil
- • 30 ml balsamic vinegar
- • 15 ml honey
- • 5 ml dijon mustard
- • 1 clove garlic
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Wash beetroots and wrap each individually in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- 2
While beetroots are roasting, rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 3
Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Set aside to cool.
- 4
For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Once beetroots are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins (they should slip off easily) and cut into 1-inch wedges.
- 6
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted beetroot wedges, baby spinach, sliced red onion, and half of the toasted walnuts.
- 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Transfer to a serving platter.
- 8
Top with crumbled feta cheese and remaining walnuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This vibrant salad brings together earthy roasted beets and nutty quinoa with a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It's my go-to recipe for impressing guests or meal prepping - the honey-balsamic dressing ties everything together beautifully."
