Garlic and Herb Roasted Golden Beets with Arugula and Goat Cheese

Delight in a joyful feast of lunch or dinner with a burst of vivid tastes and tempting textures! Relish in roasted golden beets, aromatic garlic and herbs, spicy arugula, zesty goat cheese—all combined into one scrumptious salad. This main dish is an ideal choice for any dining moment; you can even accompany it with a main course to cultivate the supreme flavor pleasure that your palate won’t easily forget!

Ingredients:

• 4-5 golden beets, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups arugula
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced beets with garlic, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until coated.
3. Arrange the beet slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the beets are tender and golden brown.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
5. In a large serving bowl, toss the arugula with the dressing.
6. Add the roasted beets to the salad and sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese.
7. Serve immediately.

This salad is an ideal accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish, and it’s big enough to share with up to 6 people!