Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Name: Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 medium (2 lbs beets); 5 oz 6 cups baby arugula (rinsed and spun dry); 4 oz goat cheese or feta cheese ((about 1/2 cup) diced or crumbled); 1/2 cup pecans (toasted); 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 Tbsp dijon mustard (we love Grey Poupon brand); 1 garlic clove (pressed or finely minced); 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h

This beet salad recipe tastes fancy but is SO EASY to make. A show-stopping and flavorful salad that is impressive for holidays, entertaining, or a simple dinner at home.

Updated at: Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:14:30 GMT