Ingredients
– 2 medium-sized beets, roasted and diced
– 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
– 1 ripe avocado, diced
– ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
– ½ red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– Juice of 1 lemon
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making the Beet, Spinach, and Avocado Salad with Toasted Sesame Seeds is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) if you are roasting your beets.
2. Prepare Beets: Wash the beets thoroughly and wrap each one in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until fork-tender. Allow the beets to cool, then peel and dice them.
3. Toast Sesame Seeds: While the beets are roasting, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Wash Spinach: Rinse the fresh spinach leaves under cold water. Pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
5. Slice Avocado: Carefully cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Cut the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
6. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the spinach leaves, diced roasted beets, avocado, and red onion.
7. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss everything to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
9. Add Feta and Sesame Seeds: If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the salad. Finally, garnish with the toasted sesame seeds for added crunch.
10. Serve Immediately: Your salad is ready to be enjoyed!
These easy steps will create a beautifully vibrant salad that is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 5g