Beet Salad with Feta Cheese and Citrus Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Step 1

Cut the tops off the beets. Place the beets in a large pot and cover with 2" of water. Bring to a boil then reduce to low and cook for 45 minutes.

Step 2

Set the beets aside and allow to cool.

Step 3

Peel the beets once they are cool to the touch.

Step 4

Cut the beets into 1" pieces.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl add the orange juice, lime juice, balsamic, vinager, honey, and dijon mustard.

Step 6

Whisk the ingredients briskly while slowly pouring in the olive oil.

Step 7

Whisk vigorously until the ingredients have combined.

Step 8

Add the chopped garlic and salt. Whisk in incorporate.

Step 9

Set Aside.

Step 10

Divide the beets in 4 small salad bowls.

Step 11

Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro.

Step 12

Lightly dress with vinaigrette.

Step 13

Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled.