Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Tahini Dressing Recipe
A vibrant and healthy Roasted Beet Salad featuring tender roasted beets tossed in a bright and creamy orange tahini dressing, garnished with crumbled feta, crunchy pistachios, and fresh mint. This dish combines earthy, citrusy, and nutty flavors for a refreshing and elegant salad perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Beets
- 4 large beets (or 5 medium, red, golden, or a mix)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dressing
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 ½ tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- Splash of hot water (optional, to loosen dressing)
Garnish
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped shelled pistachios
- 2 fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the beets.
- Prepare Beets: Peel the beets and trim off the ends. Cut each beet in half, then slice into wedges approximately the size of orange segments. Wearing gloves is recommended if using red beets to avoid staining your hands.
- Roast Beets: Spread the beet wedges evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with ½ tsp salt and freshly ground black pepper. Roast for 40-45 minutes until the beets are fork-tender. Remove from oven and cool on a rack.
- Make Dressing: While the beets cool, whisk together 1 tbsp tahini, 1 ½ tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, and ½ tsp salt until smooth. Add a splash of hot water if the dressing is too thick to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Assemble Salad: Arrange the roasted beets on a serving platter or shallow bowl. Drizzle with the orange tahini dressing. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese, chopped pistachios, and chopped fresh mint evenly over the top. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Gloves are recommended when handling red beets to prevent staining.
- The salad can be served warm or at room temperature.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the pistachios lightly before adding.
- The dressing consistency can be adjusted with hot water to suit your preference.
- Leftover roasted beets keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keywords: roasted beet salad, orange tahini dressing, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, Mediterranean salad, feta cheese, pistachios, fresh mint
