Citrus and Beetroot Salad with Herb Vinaigrette

Name: Citrus and Beetroot Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup, cooked and diced beets; 1, peeled and sectioned orange; 1/2, peeled and sectioned grapefruit; 1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber; 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; pinch salt; pinch black pepper

A refreshing blend of roasted beets, citrus segments, and cucumber tossed in a bright lemon-herb dressing for a visually stunning side dish.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 cup, cooked and diced beets
1, peeled and sectioned orange
1/2, peeled and sectioned grapefruit
1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
pinch salt
pinch black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup diced cooked beets, 1 cup orange segments, 1/2 cup grapefruit segments, 1/2 cup sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup sliced red onion.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 4: Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately to maintain vibrant colors.