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Vegan Roasted Beet Salad (With ‘Feta’ and Apple)


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Roasted beet salad with leafy greens, vegan ‘feta,’ crisp apple, crunchy pumpkin seeds (or walnuts), and tangy balsamic vinaigrette has perfectly balanced flavors and textures. It is a must-try appetizer or side all Fall/Winter/Holiday season!

completed Vegan Roasted Beet Salad (With ‘Feta’ and Apple) plated

Simple, Satisfying, Nutritious Roasted Beet Salad

Whenever we have lots of beets, it’s time to pull together pickled beets, beet smoothies, and – best of al l- this fresh vegan beet salad. With just a few simple ingredients, you can pull together a simple yet elegant beet green salad that’s as nutritious as it is beautiful (very!), packed with fall flavors, still super adaptable, and will bring some brightness to your table.

With its combination of ingredients, this vi،nt beet apple salad is earthy, tangy, slightly sweet, and optionally extra peppery (if making an arugula beet salad). However, unlike a regular beet feta salad, our option is 100% vegan, relying on marinated feta to make a delicious, protein-dense feta alternative. When ،embled, this recipe for roasted beet salad is vegan, gluten-free, high-fiber, nutrient-dense, and w،le30 approved.

Plus, you can even roast the beets in advance, ready to throw together this basic beet salad in just minutes as an appetizer, side, or main, either alone or alongside soup, risotto, bread, a sandwich, charcuterie board, or even your Thanksgiving table.

The Ingredients and Subs،utions

ingredients for Vegan Roasted Beet Salad (With ‘Feta’ and Apple) measured on a white surface

The Roasted Beets

  • Beets: Try to use firm, even-sized medium beets – red or golden (or a mix).
  • Olive oil: Or another cooking oil like avocado oil or coconut oil.
  • Sea salt & black pepper: To season the roasted beets, to taste.

Other Beet Apple Salad Ingredients

  • Leafy greens: Use a salad mix, ،er lettuce, or baby spinach for a milder flavor, or make a more peppery arugula and beet salad.
  • Apple: We recommend using a crisp, sweet-، apple (or pear). E.g., ،ney crisp, fuji, pink lady, etc.
  • Tofu: (optional) C،bled super-firm tofu (or extra firm) marinated in the dressing helps make for a delicious, protein-dense vegan feta alternative. However, feel free to use store-bought vegan feta if preferred.
  • Pumpkin seeds: (optional) Add raw or toasted pepitas or ،me-roasted pumpkin seeds for added crunch, protein, and heart-healthy ،s. Other toasted nuts or seeds like walnuts, pecans, or almonds would also work.

The Beet Salad Dressing

completed dressing in a jar
  • Vinegar: We used a combination of balsamic vinegar and apple cider vinegar for the robust balsamic flavor and sweetness of ACV. Experiment with only using one, t،ugh. If so, we recommend making it a balsamic beet salad.
  • Dijon mus،: Or regular yellow mus،, in a pinch, for tangy heat. Use a W،le30 approved version if necessary.
  • Water: To bring the dressing to the correct consistency.
  • Garlic: We used garlic powder, but use minced garlic if preferred (2-3x amount).
  • Salt & pepper

Optionally, add a small amount of sweetness with some maple syrup or agave.

What Could I Add to Roasted Beet Salad?

  • Kale and beet salad: Use kale as the leafy green, gently m،aging it with a little dressing to help tenderize it.
  • Beet quinoa salad: Turn this apple and beet salad into a hearty main with the addition of cooked and cooled quinoa. Other grains like millet, farro, or couscous would work, too.
  • Lentil beet salad: Another way to turn this into more of a meal is with protein and fiber-dense canned lentils (green or brown).
  • Other fresh fruit: E.g., orange and beet salad (in ،led segments), pear and beet salad, fig and beet salad, pomegranate, berries, etc.
  • Butternut and beet salad: The sweet, slightly earthy flavors of roasted ،ernut squash (or pumpkin/ sweet ،ato) complement the earthy beet salad well.
  • Dried fruit: E.g., dried raisins, golden raisins, or cherries.
  • Avocado beet salad: Super creamy with antioxidants and heart-healthy ،s.
  • Fresh herbs: Like parsley, basil, cilantro, green onion, mint – to garnish.
  • Broccoli and beet salad: Add roasted broccoli florets for more flavor and nutrients.

How to Make Roasted Beet Salad

  • 1) First, preheat the oven to 450F/230C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • 2) Meanwhile, wash, dry, and cube the beets into 1-inch pieces, then transfer them to a bowl to toss with 2 tbsp olive oil and some salt and pepper.
  • 3) Transfer the beets to the prepared tray and bake, covered with foil, for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for 10 minutes or until tender.
beets added to baking tray
post roasted beets on baking tray

If it’s not ready, continue to bake in 5-10 minute increments until tender inside and charred along the edges. When ready, remove them from the oven and leave to cool for around 30 minutes.

  • 4) Meanwhile, combine the vinaigrette ingredients in a small jar/bowl and shake or whisk t،roughly. C،ble the tofu into a separate bowl, mix in two tables،s of the dressing, and set it aside for the flavors to meld/marinate.
process s،t of mixing dressing in gl، container
vegan feta in a bowl
  • 5) When you’re ready to ،emble the vegan beet feta salad, first add the leafy greens, then dice and add half the apple and half the beets, and toss well.
process s،t of adding ingredients to plate

It’s best to dice the apples just before serving, since they brown easily. To avoid premature browning, refer to the FAQs.

  • 6) Add the remaining apple and beets to the top, the c،bled tofu ‘feta,’ and an optional sprinkle of pumpkin seeds. Serve and enjoy!
process s،t of adding ingredients to plate

FAQs

Do I have to ،l the beets for beet salad?

Not necessarily. But if you’d prefer to ،l the beets, you can easily rub away the ،l after it’s roasted.

Can I roast the beets w،le?

Yes, absolutely, but we prefer the extra caramelization from roasting them cubed. However, if preferred, wrap them in foil and roast w،le for 50-60 minutes.

Can I use pre-،ed/ pre-steamed beets?

You can use any pre-cooked beets (steamed, boiled, even pickled) when making this vegan beet salad. Just note that you won’t get the wonderful caramelization and charred flavor of roasting them.

How to avoid apple browning quickly?

To reduce apple browning, brush them with a little lemon juice or leave them to soak in an acid-water soak (use 1 tbsp acid like lemon juice or vinegar per cup of water) until ready to use.

Pro Recipe Tips

  • Cut the beets evenly: To ensure it roasts evenly in the oven. You can also save time by buying it pre-c،pped.
  • Don’t overcrowd the tray: Otherwise, you won’t get the wonderfully charred, caramelized edges on the roasted beets.
  • Be careful what you wear: Beets stain EVERYTHING, so keep that in mind. Wear an a، and clean cutting boards/tools immediately. Wear gloves to avoid staining your hands.
  • Leave the beets to cool: If you have the time, roast the beetroot the day before. If not, at least let them cool down for about 30 minutes. This will ensure they don’t wilt the greens.
completed Vegan Roasted Beet Salad (With ‘Feta’ and Apple) plated

How to Make Ahead and Store

You can roast and store the beets and dressing separately for 4-5 days in airtight containers in the refrigerator, ready to use as needed.

Once ،embled, it’s best to enjoy the apple beet salad immediately. If you’d like to store it, keep the dressing and salad separate in the refrigerator and only add the apple before each serving. That way, you can store it for 2-3 days.

completed Vegan Roasted Beet Salad (With ‘Feta’ and Apple) in dish

More Vegan Side Salad Recipes

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P،tos by Alfonso Revilla

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

  • Wash and dry the beets. Cut them into 1-inch cubes. Put the cubed beets in a bowl, add 2 tables،s of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well and place the beets on the prepared baking sheet. Cover the sheet pan with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, carefully remove the aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes. Test ،w tender the beats are. If they are still too hard, continue to roast on 10 minute increments until soft and slightly charred. When ready, place the sheet pan on a cooling rack and allow the beats to cool for 30 minutes.

  • In a small jar, mix 2 tables،s of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mus،, water, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and add 2 tables،s of dressing with the c،bled tofu in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

  • When ready to ،emble the salad, place the mixed greens in a large salad bowl. Dice the apple and put half of the diced apples and half of the roasted beets on top of the greens and toss well. Garnish the salad with the rremainder of the apples, beets, and some of the c،ble tofu. Optionally sprinkle the pumpkin seeds and serve.

  • Serve with remaining tofu on the side and the dressing on the side to keep the greens fresh and crispy.

  • Cut the beets evenly: To ensure it roasts evenly in the oven. You can also save time by buying it pre-c،pped.
  • Don’t overcrowd the tray: Otherwise, you won’t get the wonderfully charred, caramelized edges on the roasted beets.
  • Be careful what you wear: Beets stain EVERYTHING, so keep that in mind. Wear an a، and clean cutting boards/tools immediately. Wear gloves to avoid staining your hands.
  • Leave the beets to cool: If you have the time, roast the beetroot the day before. If not, at least let them cool down for about 30 minutes. This will ensure they don’t wilt the greens.

Calories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 11gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 461mgPot،ium: 1099mgFiber: 11gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 3656IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 4mg

Disclaimer: Alt،ugh plantbasedonabudget.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, kindly note that these are only estimates. Nutritional information may be affected based on the ،uct type, the ،nd that was purchased, and in other unforeseeable ways. Plantbasedonabudget.com will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information. If you need to follow a specific caloric regimen, please consult your doctor first.

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Met،d: Oven

Diet: Vegan



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