Onion Beet Salad

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Ingredients

  • 12 whole fresh beets (about 2-1/2 pounds), peeled and halved
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Place beets in a large resealable plastic bag; add 2 tablespoons oil. Seal bag and shake to coat. Place an 18x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Arrange beets on foil; fold foil over beets and seal tightly. Bake at 400° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until tender.
  2. Cool to room temperature. Cut beets into cubes; place in a large bowl. Add onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegars, sugar, salt, basil, pepper and remaining oil.
  3. Pour over beet mixture; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring several times. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

302 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.4g 5% DV
Total Fat 25.4g 33% DV
Carbs 16.4g 6% DV
Fiber 3.2g 12% DV
Sugar 6.7g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9753.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 313mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 70.5mcg 8% DV
Vitamin C 37.3mg 41% DV
Calcium 77.8mg 6% DV
Iron 2.1mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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