Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad with Beetroot Vinaigrette

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad with Beetroot Vinaigrette for a Healthy Lunch
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup walnuts , coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/3 can pickled beets
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 pound baby spinach , rinsed and dried
4 ounces goat cheese , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
438
Sugar
11g
Fat
38g
This Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad with Beetroot Vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy lunch option. The combination of sweet candied walnuts, tangy goat cheese, and earthy beetroot vinaigrette perfectly complement the flavor of fresh baby spinach. This salad is perfect for those who want to add more greens to their diet, and its low in calories, making it a great option for those looking to lose weight.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Toss the chopped walnuts with 2 tablespoons of white sugar until coated. Spread into a single layer on a baking sheet.
3.Bake in preheated oven until nuts are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
4.Puree pickled beets, cider vinegar, bouillon granules, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon white sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a blender or food processor until smooth.
5.Slowly stream vegetable oil into the blender while pureeing the beet mixture.
6.Divide baby spinach between 4 salad plates. Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese and candied walnuts. Drizzle with beetroot vinaigrette.
7.Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

This salad is packed with vitamins and nutrients, such as vitamin K, vitamin A, folate and iron.

It’s also gluten-free and perfect for vegetarians.

Spinach is known to improve digestion, lower blood sugar levels and boost the immune system.

Goat cheese contains fewer calories and less fat than cheese made from cow’s milk, and has a unique tangy flavor.

CONS

Spinach and beetroot contain oxalates, which may cause kidney stones in some people.

Goat cheese may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is known to reduce inflammation and promote healthy skin, while beetroot can lower blood pressure and improve exercise performance.
Walnuts may improve brain health and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Goat cheese may improve gut health and protect against inflammation.

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