Delicious Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Pistachios Recipe

This Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Pistachios is the perfect combination of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. The beets are roasted to perfection, the goat cheese adds a creamy texture, and the pistachios give it a satisfying crunch. This easy-to-make salad is a great option for a quick lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 3 medium beets, cleaned and trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place the beets on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast the beets for 45-50 minutes, or until they are tender.
4. Remove the beets from the oven and allow them to cool.
5. While the beets are cooling, make the dressing by combining the balsamic vinegar, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil in a small bowl.
6. Once the beets have cooled, peel them and slice them into thin rounds.
7. To assemble the salad, arrange the mixed greens on a platter or individual plates.
8. Top the greens with the sliced beets, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped pistachios.
9. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve.