Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this delightful Moroccan Beet Salad. This dish combines roasted beets, zesty oranges, and aromatic herbs, creating a refreshing and colorful salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or enjoying a light lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Its vegan-friendly ingredients make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to add healthy options to their meals. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to prepare it up to five days in advance, making it ideal for busy lifestyles.
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
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ small red onion
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each beet in tin foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 40-50 minutes until tender.
- Once cool, peel the beets and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Add the roasted beets, sliced red onion, mint, and cilantro to the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg