Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Beet Salad, a delightful and healthy dish that brings together earthy roasted beets, fresh herbs, and a zesty orange dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion—be it a casual lunch or a festive gathering. Not only is it vegan-friendly, but it’s also make-ahead friendly, allowing you to prepare it in advance for added convenience. The combination of orange juice, cumin, and herbs creates a refreshing profile that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium red beets
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ small red onion
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Wrap each beet in tin foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes until tender.
- Once cooled, peel the beets and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Add roasted beets, sliced onion, mint leaves, and cilantro to the bowl; toss to coat.
- Serve family-style with additional herbs and flaky salt if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg