Rocket Arugula Beetroot Walnuts Feta With Balsamic Dressing
Rocket arugula and beetroot are a combination that looks beautiful and tastes delicious. This salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, with a tangy balsamic dressing that perfectly complements the sweet beetroot and peppery arugula.
The walnuts add a satisfying crunch, and salty feta cheese adds a touch of richness. It’s a great salad for a special occasion or a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients:
2 cups rocket arugula
1 cup cooked beetroot, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the rocket arugula, beetroot, walnuts, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Products:
Rocket arugula: Arugula is a leafy green with a peppery flavor. It is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron.
Beetroot: Beetroot is a root vegetable with a sweet, earthy flavor. It is a good source of vitamins A, C, and B9 (folate), as well as potassium and manganese.
Walnuts: Walnuts are a tree nut with a rich, nutty flavor. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, as well as vitamins and minerals.
Feta cheese: Feta cheese is a brined curd cheese made from sheep’s milk or goat’s milk. It has a salty, tangy flavor and is often used in salads, dips, and pastries.
Balsamic vinegar: Balsamic vinegar is a type of vinegar made from fermented grape juice. It has a sweet and sour flavor and is often used as a dressing for salads and marinades for meats.
Conclusion:
This salad is a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It’s also a great way to use up any leftover beetroot or arugula you have on hand. The tangy balsamic dressing is the perfect finishing touch, and the walnuts and feta cheese add a satisfying crunch and richness.
