Beet, Mint, and Goat Cheese Salad
Summer salad featuring roasted beets and fresh mint
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 beets
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tsp. salt
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 stick goat cheese
- 1/4 cup roasted pepitas or sunflower seeds
- 1 handful fresh mint chopped
- 2 tbs. olive oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel and slice beets into chunks no bigger than the size of your thumb.
- In a medium sized microwavable bowl, place beet pieces, water, and salt. Cover bowl with a microwavable plate, and microwave on high for 25 minutes or until tender.
- Let cool to room temperature before preparing your salad.
- Layer salad bowl with arugula, beets, freshly chopped mint, pepitas, and goat cheese.
- Toss with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to taste.