Beet and Peach Salad

Name: Beet and Peach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vegetarian

2022-11-01

By American Kitchen

American Cuisine

Dessert

How to make Beet and Peach Salad for Gluten-Free, Low Calorie, Lactose-Free?

Roast or Steam Beets Fast with the Instant Pot

Tip: Beets can take a long time to cook, but the Instant Pot can speed up the process. Set it to pressure cook for 30-35 minutes for perfectly tender beets without the long roasting time, and you’ll have them ready to slice into your salad in no time.

Quick Peach Reduction: Use Induction for Fast and Even Heating

Tip: If you're looking to reduce peaches into a syrupy sauce or warm topping, the induction stove’s precise and fast heat control will help you achieve this in a fraction of the time compared to traditional stoves, making your dressing or topping ready quickly.

Speed Up Peach Prep with a Food Processor

Tip: If you're chopping peaches into smaller pieces for your salad or topping, a food processor can do the job in seconds. This tool will quickly chop the peaches to the perfect size, making your prep much quicker.

Tips and Suggestions on Beet and Peach Salad

Roast the Beets

For the best flavor, roast the beets instead of boiling them. This brings out their natural sweetness and adds depth to the salad.

Use Fresh, Ripe Peaches

Fresh, ripe peaches add juiciness and a sweet contrast to the earthy flavor of the beets. Use them when they're in season for the best taste!

Add a Tangy Dressing

Complement the sweetness of the peaches with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette or a citrus-based dressing to balance the flavors.

Include Nuts or Seeds

For a satisfying crunch, add some toasted walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds to your salad. These add texture and a nutty flavor that pairs well with both beets and peaches.

Top with Cheese

Go for goat cheese or feta to add creaminess and a salty contrast to the sweetness of the fruit and beets.

Fresh Herbs Enhance Flavor

Fresh herbs like mint, basil, or thyme can add an aromatic lift to your salad, enhancing the overall freshness.

Classic Beet and Peach Salad Recipe

                        Ingredients
                        3 medium beets, roasted and sliced
2 ripe peaches, sliced
½ pint grape tomatoes, halved
2 cups mixed greens
½ cup crumbled goat cheese
¼ cup chopped pistachios
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
Salt and freshly ground pepper

                    

                        Instructions
                        Preheat the oven to 400° F. Roast the beets for 45 minutes, or until tender. Let them
                                cool, then peel and slice them.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, vinegar, shallot and salt and
                                pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
In a large bowl, combine the beets, sliced peaches, halved grape tomatoes and mixed
                                greens. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
                            
Crumble the goat cheese and sprinkle it over the top of the salad. Sprinkle with chopped
                                pistachios and serve.

                    

Cooking Time

Preparation Time 15 min

Cook Time 45 min

Total time 1 hr

                        Nutrition Facts
                        Calories: 290
Total Fat: 19g
Total Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 16g
Protein: 8g
Sodium: 202mg

                    