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Beet, Blackberry & Walnut Salad with Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette

This vibrant vegetarian, diabetes-friendly, and gluten-free beet and berry salad combines earthy beets, sweet blackberries, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts for a nutrient-rich dish. Finished with a simple balsamic Dijon vinaigrette, it's perfect for light lunches or elegant starters.
Servings: 1
Calories: 237.1kcal
Prep Time10 minutes
Roasting Beets40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 1 small beet roasted and sliced (or use pre-cooked, vacuum-packed)
  • ¼ cup blackberries
  • ¼ cup blueberries
  • 1 cup arugula baby
  • 1 tbsp goat cheese crumbled
  • 1 tbsp walnuts chopped
  • 1 tsp mint fresh, finely sliced
  • 2 tsp red onion finely sliced

For the dressing:

  • 1½ tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet (for roasting beet, if using raw)
  • Small mixing bowl or jar (for vinaigrette)

Instructions

  • If using a raw beet, roast it wrapped in foil at 400°F for ~40 minutes until tender. Let cool, peel, and slice.
    1 small beet
  • In a small bowl add, blackberries, blueberries, arugula, goat cheese, walnuts, mint and red onion.
    ¼ cup blackberries, ¼ cup blueberries, 1 cup arugula, 1 tbsp goat cheese, 1 tbsp walnuts, 1 tsp mint, 2 tsp red onion
  • In a separate bowl whisk together olive oil, balsamic, Dijon, salt and pepper until emulsified.
    1½ tsp olive oil, 1 tsp balsamic vinegar, ½ tsp Dijon mustard, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch pepper
  • Drizzle dressing over top and gently toss.

Cooking Tips

  • Speed Tip: Use pre-cooked or vacuum-sealed beets to cut prep time dramatically.
  • Cheese Substitution: Swap goat cheese with feta or a dairy-free version for dietary needs.
  • Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for a similar crunch without allergens.
  • Boost Protein: Add grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas for a more substantial meal.
  • Flavour Layering: Let the salad sit 5 minutes after dressing to allow flavours to meld.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Beet, Blackberry & Walnut Salad with Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette
Serving Size
 
3 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
237.1
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
16.1
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
 
3.5
g
22
%
Cholesterol
 
6.4
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
184.1
mg
8
%
Potassium
 
469.3
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
19.5
g
7
%
Fiber
 
6.1
g
25
%
Sugar
 
12.3
g
14
%
Protein
 
6.8
g
14
%
Vitamin C
 
18.3
mg
22
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
90.7
mg
9
%
Iron
 
1.9
mg
11
%
Magnesium
 
56.6
mg
14
%
Zinc
 
1.1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.