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Beet Salad
For a salad that's as simple as it is satisfying, this Beet Salad delivers on all fronts. It’s the perfect combination of earthy, sweet, and tangy flavors, ready to impress with every bite.
Servings 4
Calories 285kcal
Ingredients
- 4 medium beets red or golden, washed and trimmed
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup walnuts pecans
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons parsley fresh, finely chopped
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Beets in the Instant Pot
- Place a trivet or steamer basket in the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water. Arrange the beets on the trivet or in the basket.
- Seal the lid, set the valve to "Sealing," and cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the beets, let them cool slightly, then peel by rubbing the skin off with a paper towel or your hands. Slice into wedges or rounds.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Salad
- Arrange the beet slices on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with crumbled feta, toasted nuts, red onion, dried cranberries, and fresh parsley.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Gently toss or serve as-is for a neat presentation.
Notes
INSTANT POT
For medium beets; adjust to 12 minutes for small beets or 20 minutes for large beet).NO INSTANT POT SOLUTION
If you don't have an Instant Pot you can use canned or pre-cooked vacuum-packed beets.Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 633mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 2mg