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    Home » Recipes » Sides & Salads

    published: May 6, 2021 · by Kris · This post may contain affiliate links

    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese

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    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese on a plate
    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese on a plate
    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese on a platter
    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese on a platter

    This vegan beet salad with goat cheese is simple to make and full of flavor. Peppery arugula is topped with sweet roasted beets, tangy red onions, sweet and spicy pecans, and creamy goat cheese and then drizzled with a homemade balsamic dressing.

    This salad is perfect for a light lunch or served along side a meal. It looks and tastes great.

    Yum!

    vegan beet salad on a white platter this Recipe
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    • Ingredient Notes
    • Step By Step Instructions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Storing and Freezing
    • Related Recipes
    • Recipe

    Ingredient Notes

    vegan beet salad ingredients
    • arugula - but you could substitute with spinach or a spring mix
    • beets - we like buying the kind that are precooked because they make pulling salads like this one together so simple. However, if you'd like to roast your own, try this recipe for Roast Beets
    • pecans - to kick things up a notch we use flavored nuts on salads. This salad includes sweet and spicy candied pecans but you could also use these smoky toasted pecans or just plain pecans or walnuts instead.
    • goat cheese - for this salad we crumbled in some vegan goat cheese. This is optional, but the creamy texture is a great addition. You could use regular goat cheese, feta or a dairy-free option.
    • red onion - thinly sliced red onion gives this salad a little zip
    • balsamic dressing - this super simple homemade dressing is made from olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Start by mixing together the vinaigrette so that the flavors can start to meld together. Add all the ingredients to a small jar and shake until combined. This will make more dressing than you need for this salad, but it keeps wonderfully in the fridge.

    Red onions sometimes have a slightly bitter taste, so if you'd prefer to mellow them out a quick soak in cold water will do the trick. Slice the onions thinly and cover them with cold water in a bowl. Leave them to soak for 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the salad ingredients and then drain very well before adding.

    vegan beet salad on a white platter with a plate

    To assemble the salad, start with a layer of arugula. Then layer on the red onion and sliced beets. Top with pecans and crumbled vegan goat cheese.

    Drizzle with the balsamic dressing just before serving.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this salad vegan if it has cheese?

    Yes! I used my favorite vegan goat cheese recipe and it works wonderfully in this salad. Violife makes a vegan feta cheese that would also taste great.

    Can I substitute different ingredients?

    Yep - get creative. Switch out the arugula for spinach or a spring mix, use some golden beets, try walnuts instead of pecans. It's all good!

    vegan beet salad close up

    Storing and Freezing

    This vegan beet salad with goat cheese is best served immediately after preparing. However, if preparing ahead for a potluck or party, I would add the dressing on at the last minute.

    I've put leftovers of the already dressed salad in the fridge and it was still delicious (if slightly wilted) the next day.

    Any leftover dressing can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for a week

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    vegan beet salad on a white platter

    Vegan Beet Salad with Goat Cheese


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    5 from 6 reviews

    • Author: Kris
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Ingredients

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    For the dressing

    • 6 Tbs olive oil
    • 3 Tbs balsamic vinegar
    • 3 tsp maple syrup or agave
    • 1 ½ tsp Dijon mustard
    • salt and pepper to taste

    For the salad

    • 5 oz arugula
    • 3-4 small/medium beets, sliced
    • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
    • ⅓ cup toasted pecans - we like to use these candied pecans
    • ½ cup goat cheese, crumbled - we used my homemade vegan goat cheese

    Instructions

    1. Dressing:  Add all the dressing ingredients to a small jar and shake until thoroughly combined.  Set aside.
    2. Onions:  To mellow some of the bite from the red onion, thinly slice and soak in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the salad ingredients.  When ready to assemble the salad, drain the red onions VERY WELL so that they don't water down the salad. 
    3. Assemble:  Layer all the ingredients together in a large bowl or platter starting with a bed of arugula.  Drizzle on a few spoons of the dressing just before serving  and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: salads
    • Method: no-bake
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: ¼ recipe
    • Calories: 281
    • Fat: 3.4
    • Carbohydrates: 20
    • Protein: 4.8

    Keywords: vegan, salad, beets, goat cheese, onion

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    Comments

    1. Bobbie says

      May 08, 2021 at 3:13 pm

      I love beets and can’t wait to try this salad!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Emily Flint says

      May 08, 2021 at 3:49 pm

      This salad is basically all of my favorite things in a bowl, yum! I just planted A TON of beets in my garden and now I know exactly what I will be doing with them, pinning for later!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      May 08, 2021 at 8:56 pm

      What a lovely salad. I can't wait to get bets from the farm to make this, this summer!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Meenakshi Thakur says

      May 08, 2021 at 10:08 pm

      Gorgeous looking, delicious, and healthy salad! Beets are my absolute favorite... interested in your vegan goat cheese recipe... gotta give it a try.

      ★★★★★

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    5. Cooking with Carbs says

      May 08, 2021 at 10:19 pm

      I've been having more salads at lunch lately, and I've been looking for more great salad ideas. This salad looks amazing and I love goat cheese. I'll try it this week for sure!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. Jeannie says

      May 09, 2021 at 1:32 am

      I need to try your salad dressing, I love arugula and need to find beets. I like this healthy treat.

      ★★★★★

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