Ingredients and Weight:
- Beets, peeled and diced: 1 pound
- Carrots, peeled and diced: 1/2 pound
- Apples, cored and diced: 1/2 pound
- Celery, diced: 1/4 cup
- Onion, chopped: 1/4 cup
- Walnuts, chopped: 1/2 cup
- Dried cranberries: 1/4 cup
- Goat cheese crumbles: 1/2 cup
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup
- Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the beets, carrots, apples, celery, and onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle the walnuts, cranberries, and goat cheese over the salad.
Nutritional Information:
Per Serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Vibrant colors
- Sweet and earthy flavors
- Crunchy texture from the walnuts, apples, and celery
- Creamy contrast from the goat cheese
- Refreshing and light
User Comments:
- "This salad is amazing! The beets are so flavorful, and the apple cider dressing is perfect."
- "I love the crunchiness of the walnuts and celery. It adds a great texture to the salad."
- "The goat cheese crumbles add a touch of richness that really brings the salad together."
- "This salad is so easy to make and perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner."
- "I'm not a huge fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is so flavorful that it masks the earthy taste of the beets."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to peel the beets thoroughly, as the skin can be tough and bitter.
- If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can substitute yellow mustard.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of dressing to your taste.
- This salad can be served immediately or chilled for later.
