Ingredients

• 1 bunch beets

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

• 2 tablespoons walnut oil or olive oil

• 1 teaspoon honey

• Dash salt

• Dash pepper

• 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries. Add raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries if desired!

• 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

• 1 shallot, thinly sliced

• 4 cups torn mixed salad greens

• 1-ounce fresh goat cheese, crumbled

• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, thinly sliced

Directions

• 1. Place beets in an 8-in. square baking dish; add 1 in. of water. Cover and bake at 400° for 30-40 minutes or until tender. Time will vary significantly based on how large or small your beets are, so check them regularly.

• 2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper; set aside. Cool beets; peel and cut into thin slices.

• 3. In a large bowl, combine the beets, berries, walnuts and shallot. Pour dressing over beet mixture and toss gently to coat. Divide salad greens among 4 serving plates. Top with beet mixture; sprinkle with cheese and basil.

Recipe and Photo Credit: Taste of Home