Roasted Beet, White Bean & Goat Cheese Salad
A vibrant, satisfying salad featuring sweet roasted beets and creamy goat cheese. Cannellini beans and walnuts add the perfect crunch and protein to keep you energized.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 10-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
For the fastest prep, look for vacuum-sealed, pre-cooked beets in the produce section of your grocery store.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cup canned cannellini beans (rinsed)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Place the arugula into a large serving…
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Place the arugula into a large serving…
Place the arugula into a large serving bowl. Lightly drizzle with about a teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of sea salt, tossing gently to coat the leaves.
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Top the greens with the rinsed cannellini…
Top the greens with the rinsed cannellini beans and cubed beets.
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Scatter the crumbled goat cheese and chopped…
Scatter the crumbled goat cheese and chopped walnuts evenly across the salad.
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Finish by drizzling the balsamic glaze and…
Finish by drizzling the balsamic glaze and a crack of fresh black pepper over the top. Toss gently just before eating to combine the flavors.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
For the fastest prep
For the fastest prep, look for vacuum-sealed, pre-cooked beets in the produce section of your grocery store.
Toasting the walnuts in a dry…
Toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet for 2 to 3 minutes before adding them brings out a richer, savory flavor.
If you prep this for work
If you prep this for work, keep the balsamic glaze and olive oil in a small separate container and dress the greens right before eating to prevent wilting.
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