Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad
Earthy roasted beets paired with tangy goat cheese and a citrus vinaigrette make a refreshing salad inspired by Omaha’s vibrant Old Market district. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium, peeled and quartered beets, olive oil, salt into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium, peeled and quartered beets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 4 oz crumbled goat cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted walnuts
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 3 peeled and quartered medium beets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 35-40 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 2: While beets roast, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Remove beets from oven and let cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, the warm roasted beets, 4 oz crumbled goat cheese, and 1/3 cup toasted walnuts.
- Step 4: Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine just before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Old Market Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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