Beetroot, Avocado & Orange Salad

Description

This Beetroot, Avocado & Orange Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s as beautiful as it is nutritious. Earthy roasted beets, creamy avocado, and juicy orange segments are paired with crisp greens, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy walnuts, then tossed in a light citrus vinaigrette. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and heart-healthy fats, this colorful salad is perfect as a light lunch, elegant side dish, or healthy appetizer.

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 medium cooked or roasted beetroots, peeled and sliced
2 ripe avocados, sliced
2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or mixed lettuce)
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
2 tbsp thinly sliced red onion
1 tbsp fresh parsley or mint, chopped

For the Citrus Dressing

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving platter or divide them among individual plates.
Evenly layer the sliced beetroot, avocado, and orange segments over the greens.
Sprinkle with the sliced red onion, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle the citrus dressing evenly over the salad.
Finish with freshly chopped parsley or mint for extra freshness.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips & Notes

Roast fresh beets for deeper flavor, or use vacuum-packed cooked beets for convenience.
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or quinoa to turn this into a complete meal.
Substitute goat cheese for feta if preferred.
Toast the walnuts for 3–5 minutes to enhance their flavor.
Assemble just before serving to keep the avocado fresh and the greens crisp.

Servings

Serves: 4

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 285
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fat: 21g
Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 12g