Moroccan Beet Salad
This Moroccan Beet Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish featuring beets, fresh oranges, and herbs, perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
- tin foil
- large bowl
Ingredients
Beets and Dressing
- 5 medium red beets trimmed, washed
- 2 teaspoons orange zest from 1 orange
- ½ cup fresh orange juice from 2 oranges
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Garnishes
- ½ small red onion halved and cut into ¼-inch-thick slices
- ¼ cup packed fresh mint leaves plus more for serving
- ¼ cup minced fresh cilantro leaves plus more for serving
- Flaky salt for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the center position.
- Place each beet on a square of tin-foil large enough to cover completely. Wrap the foil around the beet loosely, making sure the opening of the foil is sealed. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender, about 40 to 50 minutes.
- Remove the beets from the oven, let rest until cool enough to handle. Using a paper towel, gently rub the skins off, then discard. Cut beets into 2-inch pieces.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, cumin, and kosher salt.
- Add the beets, onion, mint, and cilantro, to the bowl and toss until the beets are evenly coated.
- Serve family style sprinkled with flaky salt, if using, with more mint and cilantro if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure the beets are fully tender before removing from the oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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