Simple Beet Salad
We know that research shows that consuming 30 different plant foods weekly can significantly improve gut health and overall well-being. Yet with all of the things women navigating perimenopause are encouraged to add in, reaching this goal can feel overwhelming.
Today, I'm sharing a game-changing recipe that will help you add one more delicious vegetable to your rotation.
Why Beets Deserve a Place on Your Plate
Beets are often overlooked in our weekly meal planning….they are messy and look like too much work…. but these vibrant root vegetables are nutritional powerhouses. Rich in fiber, which feeds our beneficial gut bacteria, beets also contain compounds called betalains that support liver function and natural detoxification processes – particularly important during perimenopause when our bodies are experiencing hormonal shifts.
A Simple Yet Sophisticated Salad
This elegant beet salad combines earthy, sweet, tangy, and creamy elements to create a dish that's both nourishing and satisfying. The combination of roasted beets with creamy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios creates a texture party in your mouth, while the balsamic vinegar adds a sophisticated depth that will make you forget you're eating something so healthy.
Ingredients
Roasted beets, cubed (I love the flavour of roasted beets, but in a pinch, pre-cooked beets are awesome)
High-quality balsamic vinegar
Extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crumbled goat cheese
Chopped pistachios
Fresh chives, chopped
Perfect Pairings
This versatile dressing works well with:
Mixed green salads
Roasted vegetable bowls
Grain bowls
Mediterranean-style salads
Cucumber and tomato salads
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Simple Beet Salad
Ingredients:
2 (8-ounce) packages store-bought cooked, ready to eat beets— see notes for how to roast your own, if you can’t find any!), knobby bits cut off, quartered
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 oz goat cheese, crumbled (as always, measure this with your heart!)
1/4 cup roasted pistachios
3 tbsp minced chives
Directions:
Cut the beets into quarters or if large, into 11/2” cubes, and add them to a bowl. Toss with 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, a big pinch of kosher salt, and one grind of pepper.
Crumble 2 oz goat cheese over top. Sprinkle 1/4 cup roasted pistachios and 3 tbsp minced chives on top.
Enjoy!
Remember, adding new vegetables to your diet doesn't have to be complicated. This beet salad is proof that simple ingredients, thoughtfully combined, can create something extraordinary while supporting your gut health journey.
Have you tried beets recently? This recipe might just change your mind about this underappreciated vegetable. Pin this recipe to save it for later! Give it a try and let me know in the comments how you liked it!
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