Description
Moroccan Beet Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully combines earthy roasted beets with zesty orange dressing and fragrant herbs. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you are hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual lunch. Its colorful presentation and bold flavors make it not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for your taste buds. Plus, it’s entirely vegan and can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free meal without compromising on taste.
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 fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for about 40-50 minutes until tender.
- Allow the beets to cool, then peel and cut into 2-inch pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange zest, juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Add the roasted beets, sliced red onion, mint, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss until well coated.
- Serve on a platter with optional flaky salt and additional herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg