Beet Salad with Spinach, Mandarin Oranges, Red Onion, Pine Nuts, and Fera Cheese
This colorful beet salad energizes both body and spirit with its vibrant flavors and textures. The mix of earthy beets, peppery spinach, sweet mandarin oranges, and crunchy pine nuts creates a delightful dish that works as a side or light main course.
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Small skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 500 g Beets cooked until tender
- 200 g Fresh spinach rinsed and dried
- 2 pieces Mandarin oranges segmented
- 50 g Red onion thinly sliced
- 30 g Pine nuts toasted
- 100 g Fera cheese crumbled or shaved
- 50 ml Citrus vinaigrette homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Cook the beets until tender, then cool and slice them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beets, spinach, mandarin segments, and red onion. Toss gently to avoid bruising the spinach.
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts and crumbled Fera cheese over the top.
- Drizzle with the citrus vinaigrette, toss lightly, and finish with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
Notes
Tip: Prepare the components separately and combine just before serving to keep all textures fresh!