Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Beet Salad, a colorful and nutritious dish that brings a refreshing twist to any meal. With its earthy roasted beets paired with a zesty orange dressing, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor and health benefits. Perfect for gatherings or as an easy weeknight dinner, it can be prepared in advance, making it an ideal option for meal prep. The combination of fresh herbs like mint and cilantro adds an aromatic touch, elevating this salad to a delightful side dish or light main course. Enjoy the versatility of this vegan salad that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, on a bed of greens, or even alongside warm flatbreads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium red beets
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- ½ small red onion
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and roast on a baking sheet for 40-50 minutes until tender.
- Cool the beets, peel them, and cut into 2-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together orange zest, juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Add beets, onion, mint, and cilantro; toss to combine.
- Serve garnished with flaky salt and additional herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg