Roasted Beet Salad with Greens and Candied Pecans

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5 from 2 votes

This roasted beet salad with candied pecans is another great fall salad. I served this with our Thanksgiving dinner.

beet and pecan salad

I like how the sweetness of the roasted beets and pecans contrasts with the slightly bitter greens. I dressed the salad with a simple blend of olive oil and lemon juice only, but I think the next time I make this (or any salad for that matter), I’m going to try it with Amanda Hesser’s Caramelized Citrus Vinaigrette.

You only need 1/2-1 cup of the pecans for the salad, but I suggest you make the whole recipe so you’ll have some extras for snacking. My whole family loves these candied pecans- they are so, so good.

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5 from 2 votes

Roasted Beet Salad with Greens and Candied Pecans

Serves 8
Remember to use local/organic ingredients whenever possible...

Ingredients

  • For the Pecans
  • 2 cups pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Ingredients for the salad:

  • 6-8 medium-large red or golden beets
  • 4 cups clean mesclun greens arugula, baby spinach or any other greens
  • 1 head red or green leaf lettuce cleaned and chopped (to equal about 4 cups)
  • 1/2-1 cup candied pecans
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or fresh pomegranate seeds/arils-optional
  • 1/4-1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese-optional
  • 4 Tb. olive oil and 2 Tb. lemon juice for the dressing
  • Himalayan or sea salt to taste

Instructions

For the pecans:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Spread out onto a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a 375°F oven for 10 minutes. Toss and bake for 5-10 minutes more. Store what you don't use in the salad in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

For the salad:

  • Scrub beets and wrap in foil. Place in a 375°F oven and roast for 1 hour. Remove from heat and allow to cool, then slice. Mix with the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and toss well. Serves 8.

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