Salads, Sides & Starters

Heirloom Tomato & Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Crumbles

Ingredients

  • 3/4 Cup Goat Cheese Crumbles
  • 3 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1/3 Cup Lightly Toasted Pine Nuts
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Aged Balsamic Vinegar
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste
  • 2 Medium Red Beets
  • 2 Medium Golden Beets
  • 4 Medium to Large Heirloom Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees, and place the beets on a foil lined baking sheet.
  • Roast the beets until fork tender, about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Cool to room temperature, then peel and slice the beets.
  • Arrange the beets and tomatoes on a platter, then sprinkle the goat cheese crumbles, parsley, mint, and pine nuts in top.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  • Season liberally with salt and pepper then serve.

Recipe from italianfoodforever.com.