BEET, PEACH AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

BEET, PEACH AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD image

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 beets, peeled, scrubbed
1 bunch lettuce, rinsed and dried
2 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced
2 shallots, chopped
1/4 C pistachio nuts
1 (4 oz.) pkg. goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 C. walnuts
1/4 C. balsamic vinegar
1/4 C. Olive Oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Wrap each beet into layers of aluminum foil, place on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the beets are tender, about 1 hour and 20 min. Allow the beets to cool slightly, then remove the skins. Let the beets cool to room temperature, or refrigerate until cold. Once cooled, thinly slice the beets. Place the lettuce into a large mixing bowl. Add the sliced beets and peaches; sprinkle with the shallots, pistachios, and goat cheese. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper until emulsified and pour over the salad mixture. Toss well and serve.