Roasted Beet, Apple & Avocado Salad with Cranberries, Walnuts and Feta

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 35–45 minutes (for roasting beets)

• Total Time: 55–65 minutes

• Servings: 4

• Difficulty: Easy

• Cuisine: American-inspired

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 3 medium fresh beets

• 2 medium red apples, thinly sliced

• 2 ripe avocados, diced

• 5 cups fresh baby spinach

• ½ cup dried cranberries

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Honey-Lemon Dressing

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 small garlic clove, minced

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Beets

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Wash the beets thoroughly.

3. Trim the stems and roots.

4. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil.

5. Place on a baking tray.

6. Roast for 35–45 minutes, depending on size.

7. Check tenderness by inserting a knife into the center.

8. Allow the beets to cool.

9. Remove the skins and slice into wedges.

Step 2: Prepare the Apples

1. Wash the apples thoroughly.

2. Cut them into halves and remove the cores.

3. Slice into thin wedges.

4. Toss with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 3: Prepare the Avocado

1. Cut the avocados in half.

2. Remove the pits.

3. Scoop out the flesh.

4. Dice into medium-sized cubes.

5. Sprinkle lightly with lemon juice.

Step 4: Prepare the Vegetables

1. Wash and dry the baby spinach.

2. Thinly slice the red onion.

3. Rinse and dry the fresh parsley.

4. Crumble the feta cheese.

5. Roughly chop the walnuts.

Step 5: Make the Honey-Lemon Dressing

1. Add olive oil to a small mixing bowl.

2. Add lemon juice and apple cider vinegar.

3. Mix in honey and Dijon mustard.

4. Add minced garlic.

5. Season with salt and black pepper.

6. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 6: Assemble the Salad

1. Place fresh spinach in a large serving bowl.

2. Arrange roasted beet wedges over the spinach.

3. Add sliced apples.

4. Scatter diced avocado evenly.

5. Add sliced red onions.

6. Sprinkle dried cranberries over the salad.

7. Add chopped walnuts.

8. Finish with crumbled feta cheese.

Step 7: Add the Dressing

1. Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing over the salad.

2. Toss gently if desired.

3. Avoid crushing the avocado.

4. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves.

5. Add a little freshly ground black pepper.

Step 8: Serve

Serve immediately while the apples are crisp, the avocado is creamy and the roasted beets are tender.

Nutritional Information

Estimated values per serving, based on 4 servings.

Nut Information (Q/S)

Allergy Information:

• Contains walnuts (tree nuts).

• Contains dairy from feta cheese.

• Naturally gluten-free when all packaged ingredients are verified.

• Check ingredient labels for possible cross-contamination.

Helpful Cooking Tips

1. Roast ahead: Roast the beets a day before preparing the salad.

2. Fresh apples: Use crisp apples such as Honeycrisp or Fuji.

3. Perfect avocado: Choose ripe but firm avocados.

4. Extra crunch: Toast walnuts lightly in a dry pan.

5. Balanced flavor: Add a little extra lemon juice if you prefer a tangier dressing.

6. Prevent sogginess: Add dressing just before serving.

7. Beautiful presentation: Arrange beet wedges and apple slices in layers.

Storage Instructions

• Store undressed salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

• Keep dressing separately for up to 5 days refrigerated.

• Store avocado separately if preparing ahead.

• Add feta, walnuts and dressing just before serving.

• This salad is best enjoyed fresh.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy this delicious salad alongside:

• Grilled chicken breast

• Baked salmon

• Roasted vegetables

• Garlic bread

• Grilled turkey

• Vegetable soup

• Quinoa or brown rice

Final Result 

A gorgeous, colorful salad filled with sweet roasted beets, crisp apple slices, creamy avocado, juicy cranberries, crunchy walnuts and salty feta cheese.

The homemade honey-lemon dressing brings all the flavors together for a refreshing, delicious and satisfying meal!

Perfect for healthy meal prep, holiday tables, lunch or a light dinner.