Beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistacio

Discover a vibrant and nutritious Beetroot Salad with Pomegranate and Pistachio recipe! Featuring tender beets, fresh arugula, crumbled feta, and a delightful honey-lemon dressing, this salad is perfectly garnished with pistachio nuts and juicy pomegranate seeds. Ideal for a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy meal.

  • 25 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 36 min
  • Prep time 70 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistacio

Beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistachio is a delightful medley of flavors and textures. The sweet earthiness of roasted beets pairs beautifully with the crunch of pistachios, the tang of pomegranate seeds, and the creaminess of feta cheese, all balanced with a refreshing lemon-honey dressing. This salad is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat with its vibrant colors.

Ingredients:

3 tbsp honey
60g
3 tbsp lemon juice
44g
1/4 cup olive oil
55g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g
12 beets
980g
7 cups arugula
140g
2 oz feta cheese
54g
1/4 cup pistachio nuts
30g
1 pomegranate
280g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beets:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the beets thoroughly to remove any dirt.
- Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Roast the beets in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Once the beets are done roasting, allow them to cool. After they are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins and cut the beets into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of honey, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and a dash each of salt and black pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and emulsified.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, place the 7 cups of arugula.
- Arrange the roasted and chopped beets over the arugula.
- Crumble 2 ounces of feta cheese over the beets and greens.
- Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of pistachio nuts across the salad for added crunch.
- Cut the pomegranate in half and remove the seeds. Scatter the seeds over the salad.
4. Dress the Salad:
- Just before serving, drizzle the honey-lemon dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Serve:
- Transfer the salad to individual plates or serve directly from the salad bowl.
- Enjoy your fresh and vibrant Beetroot Salad with Pomegranate and Pistachio!

Tips:

- Roast the beets ahead of time to save on preparation time. Simply wrap them in aluminum foil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about an hour, or until they are tender.

- If you find the pomegranate seeds difficult to extract, try cutting the pomegranate in half and tapping the back with a wooden spoon over a bowl to release the seeds easily.

- For added flavor, you can lightly toast the pistachio nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until they are fragrant.

- Feel free to adjust the dressing to your taste, adding more lemon juice for extra tang or more honey for sweetness.

- To make the salad more filling, consider adding grains like quinoa or farro.

This beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistachio is a fantastic dish that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for a light lunch or a festive side dish, it offers a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad as part of a balanced diet.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size280 grams
Energy
Calories 200kcal10%
Protein
Protein 7g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 36g10%
Fiber 7g20%
Sugar 27g27%
Fat
Fat 14g17%
Saturated 2.93g10%
Cholesterol 8mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 44ug5%
Choline 22mg4%
Vitamin B1 0.14mg12%
Vitamin B2 0.21mg16%
Vitamin B3 0.94mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.27mg16%
Vitamin B9 230ug57%
Vitamin B12 0.16ug7%
Vitamin C 20mg22%
Vitamin E 0.59mg4%
Vitamin K 33ug29%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 120mg9%
Copper, Cu 0.29mg32%
Iron, Fe 2.11mg19%
Magnesium, Mg 60mg15%
Phosphorus, P 150mg12%
Potassium, K 800mg24%
Selenium, Se 3.48ug6%
Sodium, Na 270mg18%
Zinc, Zn 1.27mg12%
Water
Water 220g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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