Directions:
- Wrap beets in parchment paper. Microwave at HIGH until tender (about 7 minutes). Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Combine shallots and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add beets; toss gently to coat.
- Variation 1
- Blood Orange Salad: Prepare base recipe through step 1. Section 1 blood orange over a bowl; squeeze to juice. Place sections in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons toasted walnut oil, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt to juice; stir. Add beets, 2 cups greens, and orange sections; toss. Top with 1/3 cup chopped unsalted, dry-roasted pistachios and 2 tablespoons goat cheese.
- Serves 4 (serving size: about 3/4 cup)
- Calories 229; Fat 12.3g (sat 1.7g); Sodium 247mg
- Variation 2
- Couscous, Mint, and Almond: Prepare base recipe through step 1 with 1 pound beets. Bring 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons water to a boil. Add 1/3 cup couscous; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Combine 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beets and couscous. Top with 1/4 cup sliced almonds and 3 tablespoons mint. Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup) Calories 201; Fat 9.9g (sat 1.2g); Sodium 254mg
- Variation 3
- Toasted Spices: Prepare base recipe through step 1. Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, and 1 diced carrot; cook 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper. Add beets. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons cilantro. Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup) Calories 147; Fat 7.3g (sat 1g); Sodium 218mg
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 445.1 Kcal (1864 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 134.26 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 14.92g | 23% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 865.88mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2297.63mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbs | 71.92g | 24% | |
| Sugars | 49.25g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.23g | 85% | |
| Protein | 14.36g | 29% | |
| Vitamin C | 35.9mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 7.1mg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 121.8mg | 12% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 60.05 Kcal (251 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 18.11 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 2.01g | 23% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 116.81mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 309.97mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbs | 9.7g | 24% | |
| Sugars | 6.64g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.86g | 85% | |
| Protein | 1.94g | 29% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.8mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 16.4mg | 12% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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