Roasted Beet Butternut Salad (Printable)

A hearty mix of roasted beets, butternut, spinach, goat cheese, and walnuts with tangy balsamic dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium beets, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 small butternut squash (approximately 1 lb), peeled, seeded, and cubed to 1-inch pieces
03 - 5 oz baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

→ Cheese & Nuts

04 - 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
05 - ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
09 - 1 tsp honey
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ For Roasting

11 - 2 tbsp olive oil
12 - ½ tsp sea salt
13 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss beets and butternut squash cubes with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and caramelized. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - Whisk extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until emulsified.
05 - Combine baby spinach, roasted beets, and butternut squash in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter. Top with crumbled goat cheese and chopped walnuts. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Loaded with colorful vegetables and creamy goat cheese for irresistible flavor
  • Easy to prepare, gluten-free, and perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners
02 -
  • This salad contains tree nuts (walnuts), milk (goat cheese), and mustard
  • Double-check cheese and dressing ingredients to ensure gluten-free if you have sensitivities
03 -
  • Toast walnuts in a dry skillet for extra crunch before adding to the salad
  • Substitute feta for goat cheese if you prefer a different flavor
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